Tante
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In Cajun French "aunt" is Tante, the same word used in standard French. You say ma tante for "my aunt".
Cajun families often call older women Tante as a title of respect, followed by their first name.
Meaning: sister of a parent (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Tante is feminine. The uncle is oncle, which Cajun speakers often shorten to nonc.
Did you know?
- The word cher, meaning "dear", is a very Cajun way to address someone fondly.
Examples in context
- Ma tante fait du gumbo.My aunt is making gumbo.
- Tante Marie arrive demain.Aunt Marie arrives tomorrow.
Example conversation
Paul asks his mother (Mère) about his aunt visiting from New Orleans.
- PaulQuand est-ce que ma tante arrive?When does my aunt arrive?
- MèreDemain, cher.Tomorrow, dear.
- PaulBon, j'aime bien Tante Marie.Good, I like Aunt Marie.
