cousin
From Old French 'cousin', from Latin 'consobrinus', meaning maternal uncle or cousin.
NOUN
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[/ˈkʌz.ən/en-US]
relative
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kin
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family member
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blood relation
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ma cousine
untranslatable
(French term for a female cousin; concept of gendered terms may vary.)
A cousin is a person with whom one shares at least one grandparent; typically, they are the children of one's aunt or uncle. The term captures the broader concept of family connections, including both male and female relatives. It can also refer to someone regarded as a close friend or companion in informal contexts. In some languages, like French, specific terms for male and female cousins exist, which reflects a cultural nuance that may not have a direct equivalent in English.
Regular
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- My cousin is coming over for dinner this weekend. — 私のいとこが今週末に夕食を食べに来ます。
- We used to play together as kids, and now we have a strong bond as cousins. — 私たちは子供の頃に一緒に遊び、現在はいとことして強い絆があります。
- Look at that family reunion; almost everyone is a cousin. — あの家族の再会を見て、ほとんど全員がいとこです。
register: informal