syskonbarn

Syskonbarn is a term used in some cultures to denote the child of one's sibling. This includes both the child of a brother and the child of a sister. The English equivalent for this relationship is nephew or niece.

In many kinship systems, syskonbarn are considered close relatives. The specific cultural nuances surrounding the term can vary. In some societies, the relationship might entail certain obligations or privileges. For instance, there can be expectations regarding care, support, or inheritance. The term itself is of Germanic origin, with "syskon" meaning sibling and "barn" meaning child.

The relationship of syskonbarn is distinct from that of a cousin, who is the child of an aunt or uncle. While both are considered extended family, the direct sibling link makes the syskonbarn relationship typically closer in familial structures. The term highlights the importance of the sibling bond and the extension of family through that connection.