Italian · Family & People
cugino
cousin
Intermediatenoun · m
Definition
A child of one's uncle or aunt.
Example
Mio cugino vive a Palermo.
My cousin lives in Palermo.
Etymology
The term 'cugino' originates from the Latin word 'cognatus', meaning 'blood relative'. The word has evolved through Old Italian, retaining its familial meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cugino' is used in both informal and formal settings, primarily in spoken language, and is understood throughout Italy. It might have informal variants in different dialects.