noun
Oma
OH-mah
Oma (noun) means an informal word for grandmother, used especially in German-influenced English. Example: “The kids spent every summer at Oma's house.”
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An informal word for grandmother, used especially in German-influenced English.
"The kids spent every summer at Oma's house."
How to use Oma
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, affectionate word for grandmother.
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- Plural
- omas
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Etymology
Borrowed from Tibetan འོ་མ ('o ma).
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What does “Oma” mean?
The word “Oma” means an informal word for grandmother, used especially in German-influenced English. In plain terms, a casual, affectionate word for grandmother.
How do you pronounce “Oma”?
“Oma” is pronounced OH-mah (/ˈoʊ.mɑ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Oma” in a sentence?
Here is “Oma” used in a sentence: “The kids spent every summer at Oma's house.”
What part of speech is “Oma”?
“Oma” is a noun.
