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How do you say great aunt in yiddish?

There isn't a single, universally used Yiddish word for "great aunt". However, you can use combinations of words to convey the meaning:

1. Using the literal translation:

* גרויסע טאַטע (groyse tote): "Great father" (for a great-aunt on the father's side)

* גרויסע מאַמע (groyse mame): "Great mother" (for a great-aunt on the mother's side)

2. Using "tante" (aunt) and specifying the level of relation:

* גרויסע טאַנטע (groyse tante): "Great aunt"

* צווייטע טאַנטע (tsveyte tante): "Second aunt" (meaning a great-aunt)

3. Using "אומע (ome) (aunt) and specifying the level of relation:**

* גרויסע אומע (groyse ome): "Great aunt"

* צווייטע אומע (tsveyte ome): "Second aunt" (meaning a great-aunt)

The choice of which phrase to use depends on context and individual preference.

Note: Yiddish is a very nuanced language and it's important to use the correct term based on the specific relationship. If you're unsure, it's always best to ask a native Yiddish speaker.

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