What is another word for twelve tribes?
Pronunciation: [twˈɛlv tɹˈa͡ɪbz] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms that can be used in place of the phrase "twelve tribes." One of them is "the twelve sons of Jacob," as Jacob, also known as Israel, had twelve sons who went on to become the patriarchs of the twelve tribes. Another synonymous phrase is "the twelve families of Israel," as each tribe represented a different family. Other possible synonyms include "the twelve divisions of Israel," "the twelve clans of Israel," or simply "the twelve Israelite tribes." Regardless of which synonym is used, each one refers to the same twelve groups of people who played a significant role in the history of Israel and Judaism.
