abuela
everyday
Venezuelans say abuela for "grandma". The affectionate form is abuelita, which children and adults use for a loving grandmother. It is also called Mi abuela.
Meaning: grandmother, affectionate (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| abuela | everyday |
| Abuelita | affectionate |
| Mi abuela | possessive |
Abuela is the standard word in speech and writing. Abuelita adds tenderness and is common when talking to her or about her.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form is abuelo. Together they are abuelos, which means grandparents.
When do people say it?
Many Venezuelan families are close, and grandmothers often help raise children and cook family recipes.
Did you know?
- Abuela comes from Latin avus, which gave Spanish both abuelo and abuela.
Examples in context
- Mi abuela hace las mejores arepas.My grandma makes the best arepas.
- Abuelita, ¿cómo estás?Grandma, how are you?
- Voy a casa de mi abuela.I am going to my grandma's house.
Example conversation
Pablo calls his grandmother on a Sunday afternoon.
- PabloHola, abuelita. ¿Cómo amaneciste?Hello, grandma. How are you today?
- AbuelaBien, mi niño. ¿Y tú?Fine, my boy. And you?
- PabloVoy a visitarte pronto.I will visit you soon.
