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tata

auntie

noun tah-TAH Rare

Origin: Child reduplication of tante (aunt)

Usage Note

Tata is the familiar, affectionate word children use for their aunt, parallel to tonton (uncle). It is considered informal and is mainly used in family speech. The standard word for aunt is tante. In some regions of France and in colloquial speech, tata can also refer loosely to any older female relative.

Examples

"Ma tata m'a offert un joli cadeau pour mon anniversaire."

Natural Translation

My auntie gave me a lovely gift for my birthday.

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