tante
aunt
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/tɑ̃t/
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Cultural Note
Tata or tatie is the informal, affectionate word for aunt, similar to 'auntie.' In French culture, aunts often serve as confidantes and secondary maternal figures, particularly in large extended families.
📝 Example Sentences
Ma tante m'a offert un livre pour mon anniversaire.
My aunt gave me a book for my birthday.
Tante Sophie vient dîner ce soir.
Aunt Sophie is coming for dinner tonight.