Swedish · Family & People
Farmor
Grandmother (paternal)
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
Your father's mother.
Example
Farmor bakar kanelbullar varje fredag.
Grandma bakes cinnamon buns every Friday.
Etymology
Similarly, 'Farmor' combines 'far' (father) with 'mor' (mother), denoting 'father's mother'. It is rooted in Old Norse kinship terminology, evolving as familial ties became more structured.
How & Where It’s Used
'Farmor' is used informally and is prevalent in spoken language, often found in family communications or narratives. There are no notable regional differences in its usage.