French · Family & People
cousin
cousin
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A child of one's uncle or aunt.
Example
Mon cousin vient de Paris.
My cousin comes from Paris.
Etymology
The term 'cousin' comes from the Latin 'consobrinus', which referred to a cousin on the maternal side. This lineage has persisted into modern usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cousin' is used in both formal and informal contexts and appears in spoken and written language. It is universally understood in French-speaking regions.