Persian · Family & People

مادربزرگ

mādarbozorg

Grandmother

Beginnernoun

Definition

Grandmother — literally great mother.

Example

مادربزرگم قصه‌های قشنگی می‌گوید.

My grandmother tells lovely stories.

Etymology

'مادربزرگ' (mādarbozorg), meaning 'grandmother', combines 'مادر' (mother) with 'بزرگ' (big/elder), reflecting cultural respect for elders within families.

How & Where It’s Used

This term is used primarily in informal contexts, often in spoken language, and conveys affection and respect across generations. It is fairly consistent in usage across dialects.

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