noun

ajumma

uh-JUU-muh

Ajumma (noun) means a married, middle-aged Korean woman, sometimes used as a respectful or familiar form of address. Example: “The ajumma running the corner shop always gives us extra side dishes.”

noun

A married, middle-aged Korean woman, sometimes used as a respectful or familiar form of address.

"The ajumma running the corner shop always gives us extra side dishes."

How to use ajumma

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA Korean term for a middle-aged married woman, similar in feel to "auntie" or "ma'am" in English.

Word forms

ajummas plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 아줌마 (ajumma).

Origin: Korean

Rhymes for ajumma

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ajumma” mean?

The word “ajumma” means a married, middle-aged Korean woman, sometimes used as a respectful or familiar form of address. In plain terms, a Korean term for a middle-aged married woman, similar in feel to "auntie" or "ma'am" in English.

How do you pronounce “ajumma”?

“Ajumma” is pronounced uh-JUU-muh (/əˈd͡ʒʊmə/ in IPA).

How do you use “ajumma” in a sentence?

Here is “ajumma” used in a sentence: “The ajumma running the corner shop always gives us extra side dishes.”

What part of speech is “ajumma”?

“Ajumma” is a noun.

Where does the word “ajumma” come from?

The word “ajumma” comes from Korean. Borrowed from Korean 아줌마 (ajumma).

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