What does AUNTY mean?

Definition of Aunty

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definition: Aunty is a term used to refer to the sister of ones father or mother, or the wife of ones uncle.

3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈænti/, UK: /ˈɑːnti/

4. Origin and Usage: The word aunty originated from the word "aunt", which is an informal term used to refer to a woman who is a sibling of ones parent or a spouse of ones uncle. The term "aunty" is more commonly used in Indian English and other South Asian English-speaking countries as a respectful term to refer to an older woman, regardless of her relationship to the speaker. It is also used as a term of endearment for a close family friend or a woman who is like a mother figure.

5. Synonyms: Aunt, Auntie

6. Related Words: Tante, Antsy, Tenty, Yenta, Antae

7. Example Sentences:

• She went to visit her aunty in Mumbai last month.
• Aunty Lisa always gave the best hugs.
• She referred to her mothers sister as "aunty" out of respect.