grandma
UK/'grændmɑ:/US
A1
Definitions
n.
An informal, affectionate word for grandmother
奶奶；外婆（非正式）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedgrand-great, large, magnificent
+
maroot
=grandma
An affectionate clipping of grandmother: grand- + ma (childish 'mama'). Used in family speech, not formal writing.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Grandma always keeps cookies in the blue tin.
- 2.
We're going to Grandma's house for dinner.