What Is My Relationship with the Spouse of My Cousin?

[celticman]

Does anyone know what I should call my cousin's wife? I mean, what is the meaning of this relationship as a relative?

[OlderAndWiser]

None of the answers you have received so far are correct.

If you and your cousin have one set of grandparents in common, then you are first cousins.

If you must go back to GREAT-grandparents to have ancestors in common, you are second cousins.

The spouse of your first cousin is your first cousin by marriage. Some people call this a cousin-in-law but that is not the traditional term and it is potentially misleading, because it could also refer to your spouse's first cousin.

The child of your first cousin is your first cousin, once removed (meaning that you are one generation apart.) Your first cousin's grandchild would be your first cousin, twice removed, because you are two generations apart from being simple first cousins.

If your first cousin's son gets married, his wife is your first cousin, once removed, by marriage.

I hope that makes sense. I have been an amateur genealogist for years and had some misunderstandings until I began to delve into my family history.

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[Guy13]

Call her by her name. For reference one can say it is my cousin's wife. This is what I do anyway?

[Artificial Intelligence]

What Is a Cousin-In-Law?

When you hear the term “cousin-in-law,” you might automatically think of your spouse’s cousin. But a cousin-in-law can be anyone who is related to your spouse, not just a first cousin. A cousin-in-law can be your spouse’s cousin, niece, nephew, sister, brother, or even a grandparent. Basically, anyone who is related to your spouse by blood or marriage is considered a cousin-in-law.

While the term “cousin-in-law” might sound a bit strange, it’s actually a pretty common way to refer to someone who is related to your spouse. In fact, you might even have a few cousins-in-law yourself and not even realize it!

So, now that you know what a cousin-in-law is, you might be wondering what the benefits of having one are. Here are a few reasons why having a cousin-in-law can be great:

1. They’re basically family

Since cousins-in-law are related to your spouse, they’re basically family. This means that you can feel comfortable around them and you can rely on them for support, advice, and help when you need it.

2. You can bond over shared interests

Since you’re both families, you probably have a lot in common with your cousin-in-law. This can be a great way to bond and connect with them. You can share stories, laugh together, and even have some serious conversations.

3. They can help you out

Since your cousin-in-law is basically family, they can help you out when you need it. Whether you need help with something around the house or you need a shoulder to cry on, your cousin-in-law will be there for you.

4. You can rely on them

Since your cousin-in-law is family, you can rely on them for anything. Whether you need help with something or you just need someone to talk to, they’ll be there for you. You can rely on them to be there when you need them the most.

5. They’re a great addition to the family

Having a cousin-in-law is a great way to add to your family. They can be a great source of support and love, and they can help you out when you need them. They’re a valuable member of the family and they can add a lot of love and laughter to your life.

What Do I Call My Cousin’s Spouse?

When it comes to addressing your cousin’s spouse, there are a few different options. You can either go with the more traditional “cousin-in-law” or you can get creative and come up with your own nickname for the person. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Cousin-in-law: This is the most common way to refer to your cousin’s spouse. It’s simple and to the point.
• Spouse-cousin: This one is a bit more creative. It’s a play on words that makes it clear that the person is both your cousin and your spouse.
• Cousin’s spouse: This is another simple option that gets the point across.

No matter what you decide to call your cousin’s spouse, the important thing is that you are respectful and use whatever term the person is comfortable with.

[ProVox]

Cousin in-law. But I've always just called them my cousin's wife/husband.

[TacosRAwesome]

Cousin in law?

[NotJim3]

Tunnel buddies

[Anonymous]

Distant relative.