* Whakapapa: This is the most common and accurate translation. It refers to the genealogy, lineage, and ancestral history of a person or group.
* Whakapapa whanau: This emphasizes the family aspect of the lineage.
* Te whanau: This simply means "the family," and could be used in the context of a family tree, but it wouldn't be as specific.
The best translation would depend on the context and what you want to emphasize.