Spanish · Family & People
Tía
Aunt
Beginnernoun
Definition
The sister of one's parent.
Example
Mi tía hace una paella deliciosa.
My aunt makes a delicious paella.
Etymology
'Tía' originates from the Latin 'tita', which also means aunt. This term has persisted in the familial context to denote a female relative.
How & Where It’s Used
'Tía' is commonly used in informal settings, especially within families, and is recognized in both spoken and written formats across Spanish-speaking regions.