In German, the word for aunt is „Tante“.
The term is used similarly to how it is in English, referring to the sister of one’s parent or the wife of one’s uncle. „Tante“ is a commonly used word in German-speaking countries, and it holds a warm and affectionate connotation, just like in English.
In informal contexts, you might also hear variations depending on the family or the region, but „Tante“ remains the standard term that everyone understands. So next time you’re talking to a German speaker about family, you can confidently use „Tante“ when referring to your aunt!