cugino
cousin (male)
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ku.ˈdʒi.no/
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Cultural Note
Italian families often maintain close relationships with cousins across generations. Family reunions can include dozens of cousins. The expression 'cugino di secondo grado' (second cousin) shows how Italians track even distant family connections.
📝 Example Sentences
Mio cugino ed io siamo cresciuti insieme.
My cousin and I grew up together.
Ho molti cugini sparsi per tutta l'Italia.
I have many cousins scattered all over Italy.
Il cugino di Marco viene alla festa.
Marco's cousin is coming to the party.