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What is the Cajun word for grandfather and grandmother?

There isn't one specific Cajun word for grandfather and grandmother. Instead, they use the French words:

* Grand-père: Grandfather

* Grand-mère: Grandmother

However, in a casual or affectionate context, they might use terms like:

* Pépé: Grandfather (shortened from "Grand-père")

* Mémé: Grandmother (shortened from "Grand-mère")

These are common terms of endearment used in Cajun families, similar to "Grandpa" and "Grandma" in English.

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