bomma
Flemish, affectionate
In Flemish "grandma" is bomma. The word oma is also used, and grootmoeder is the formal word for "grandmother".
Meaning: grandmother (noun)
Ways to say it
| Dutch | Note |
|---|---|
| bomma | Flemish, affectionate |
| grootmoeder | formal |
| oma | also used |
Children call their grandmother bomma directly, the way English speakers say "Grandma".
Is it said differently in some regions?
Bomma is typical of Flanders, while oma is the usual word in the Netherlands. The matching word for "grandpa" is bompa.
Did you know?
- The Flemish word for "grandpa" is bompa.
Examples in context
- Bomma, kom je binnen?Grandma, are you coming in?
- Ik ga naar mijn bomma.I am going to my grandma.
- Mijn bomma bakt wafels.My grandma bakes waffles.
Example conversation
Lotte visits Bomma in Mechelen with her father Peter.
- LotteDag, bomma!Hello, Grandma!
- BommaDag, schatje. Kom binnen.Hello, sweetheart. Come in.
- PeterDag, mama.Hello, Mom.
