Asian English
Aunty
Used when addressing older individuals in respectful conversation.
Literal Meaning
The sister of one's father or mother
Actual Meaning
Respectful term for any older person, not necessarily related (India/Singapore/Philippines)
Examples in Context

'Aunty, can you help me?' (Translation: Ma'am, can you help?)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Not actual relatives
  • 2Respectful address
  • 3Common across Asia
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