distant relative
[ˈdɪstənt ˈrɛlətɪv]
nounpl: distant relatives
parente distante
1. A family member who is not closely related; someone connected by blood or marriage but with several degrees of separation
My distant relative visited from out of town, though I had never met him before.
Meu parente distante visitou a cidade, embora eu nunca tivesse o conhecido antes.
2. A relative beyond the immediate family circle, such as a second or third cousin
She discovered she had a distant relative living in another country.
Ela descobriu que tinha um parente distante vivendo em outro país.
In Brazilian culture, family connections are highly valued, and even distant relatives may maintain contact during holidays and family gatherings. The concept of 'parente distante' is commonly used to describe extended family members encountered at family reunions or weddings. In the USA, distant relatives are often less involved in daily life but may be important during genealogical research or family history projects.
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