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Being related to someone on your father's side means that you and that person have a common ancestor who is also an ancestor of your father, rather than of your mother.

Your uncle on your father's side is your father's brother; your uncle on your mother's side is your mother's brother.

You first cousin on your mother's side is the child of your mother's brother or sister, rather than of your father's brother or sister.

A bit more:

"Paternal" is the word used for your father's relatives. For example, your father's parents are your paternal grandparents; your father's brother is your paternal uncle.

"Maternal" is the word used for your mother's relatives. Your mother's parents are your maternal grandparents, etc.

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