Arabic · Family & People
جدة
jadda
Grandmother
Beginnernoun · feminine
Definition
The mother of your parent.
Example
جدتي تمشي كل صباح.
My grandmother walks every morning.
Etymology
'جدة' (jadda) means 'grandmother' and shares etymological ties with other familial terms in Arabic that signify respect for elder generations.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both spoken and written contexts, this term is prevalent across Arab cultures and is often used affectionately.