Cousin

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Family ConnectionsPlay
Understanding 'cousin' helps grasp family tree relationships and conversations about relatives. SlideAt the reunion, I finally understood how we were cousins.
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Cultural VariancePlay
'Cousin' may imply a close or distant relationship, varying by cultural norms and individual family dynamics. SlideIn some cultures, a distant cousin is still considered close family.
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Degree SpecificationPlay
Specify the 'degree' (first, second) when discussing cousins to clarify the exact relation. SlideHer second cousin is actually her grandmother's sister's grandchild.