Synonyms for

Grandma

Verb / ˈgrændmɑ: / Another word for grandma — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Grandma is a noun that means the mother of one's father or mother.

Synonyms & similar words

gran nan granny nanna grandmother grannie Nana Granny Grandmother Grammy Nonna Oma Abuela Bubbie Mamaw YiaYia Mimi Mawmaw Nanny Gammy GiGi Meemaw Memaw Mema Momsy Nan

Synonyms by register

Formal

grandmother matriarch

Informal

gram gran granny nana grans

Literary

sibyl crone

Antonyms

grandchild grandson granddaughter child offspring

Common collocations

  • my grandma
  • your grandma
  • grandma's house
  • loving grandma
  • dear grandma
  • old grandma
  • great grandma

Word family

noun grandmother

Usage note

"Grandma" is an informal term for a grandmother. While widely used and affectionate, it is not typically used in formal writing or speech. "Grandmother" is the more formal equivalent.

Example sentences

  1. I love spending time with my grandma.
  2. My grandma tells the best stories.
  3. My grandma always gives me a hug when I see her.
  4. My grandma makes the best pancakes.
  5. My grandma has a lot of pictures in her house.

Quotes

  • A grandma is warm hugs and sweet memories. She remembers all of your accomplishments and forgets all of your mistakes. - Barbara Cage
  • Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children. - Alex Haley
  • Grandma always made you feel she had been waiting to see just you all day and now the day was complete. - Marcy DeMaree

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