matant
family, Haitian Creole
In Haitian Creole, "aunt" is matant. The word for "uncle" is tonton.
People also use matant to address an older woman with respect, even if she is not a relative.
Meaning: sister of a parent (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
Matant comes from the French ma tante, "my aunt".
Did you know?
- The word for "uncle" is tonton.
Examples in context
- Matant mwen rete Miyami.My aunt lives in Miami.
- Mwen pral wè matant mwen.I am going to see my aunt.
Example conversation
A boy greets his aunt who comes to visit.
- TijanBonjou, matant.Hello, aunt.
- MatantBonjou, pitit mwen.Hello, my child.
- TijanAntre non.Come in.
