* For a male cousin: चचेरा भाई (chachera bhai) or मामा का लड़का (mama ka ladka)
* For a female cousin: चचेरी बहन (chacheri bahen) or मामी की लड़की (mami ki ladki)
These terms refer to cousins on the father's side. For cousins on the mother's side, the terms would be:
* मौसेरा भाई (mausera bhai) or मामा का लड़का (mama ka ladka)
* मौसेरी बहन (mauseri bahen) or मामी की लड़की (mami ki ladki)
It's important to note that "mama ka ladka" and "mami ki ladki" can be used for both paternal and maternal cousins.
Here's a breakdown of the terms:
| English | Hindi (Paternal) | Hindi (Maternal) |
|---|---|---|
| Male cousin | चचेरा भाई (chachera bhai) | मौसेरा भाई (mausera bhai) |
| Female cousin | चचेरी बहन (chacheri bahen) | मौसेरी बहन (mauseri bahen) |
These are just some of the ways to say "cousin" in Hindi. The specific term used may vary depending on the region and family traditions.