abuela
standard
In Peruvian Spanish "grandma" is abuela. The warm form abuelita is very common in families, and abu is the short pet form.
Meaning: grandmother (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| abuela | standard |
| abu | casual |
| abuelita | affectionate |
Use abuela when talking about her and abuelita when speaking to her or about her fondly. The plural abuelos means grandparents.
Which one should you use?
The -ita ending shows affection. Peruvian Spanish uses diminutives a lot, so abuelita is heard more than the plain form at home.
Did you know?
- Abuela goes back to a Latin word for grandmother.
Examples in context
- Mi abuela vive en Cusco.My grandma lives in Cusco.
- Abuelita, ¿me cuentas un cuento?Grandma, will you tell me a story?
Example conversation
Lucía visits her grandmother Abuela Rosa at her house in Cusco.
- LucíaHola, abuelita. Te traje pan.Hi, grandma. I brought you bread.
- RosaGracias, mi hijita. Pasa, pasa.Thank you, my dear. Come in, come in.
- Lucía¿Te ayudo con el té?Shall I help you with the tea?
