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bà già
/ɓaː˧˩ ɟaː˨˩˨/
old woman
Bà già ấy ngồi bên cửa nhà, nhìn xa.
The old woman sat by the door, looking into the distance.
informal
An elderly woman, often used respectfully to refer to grandmothers or older women in the community.
Bà già dạy con cháu mình cách làm bánh chưng.
The old woman taught her grandchildren how to make sticky rice cakes.
This term is commonly used to show respect for elderly women in Vietnamese culture.
Collocations
bà già dạyold woman teachesbà già kểold woman tells
Synonyms
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Pro Tip
Respectful Usage
In Vietnamese culture, addressing someone as 'bà già' is respectful, especially when speaking to or about elderly women.
Gold Rule
Cultural Context
This term reflects the Vietnamese cultural value of respect for elders, particularly elderly women who often play important roles in family and community life.
Word Origin
Composed of 'bà' (aunt/old woman) and 'già' (old), reflecting the respectful way Vietnamese culture addresses elderly women.
Usage Notes
While 'bà già' can be used generally, it is often used affectionately or respectfully when referring to one's own grandmother or elderly women in the community.
Word Breakdown
bà
aunt or old woman
rootgià
old
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh