Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tannie
Noun
/ˈtɑːni/
Definition
A term used primarily in South Africa to refer to an older woman or aunt, often used as a term of respect.
Examples
- My tannie makes the best bobotie.
- We visited tannie Mary for Sunday lunch.
Meaning
In South African English, ‘tannie’ can denote a person who is like an aunt, particularly to those not related by blood. It conveys both familiarity and respect.
Synonyms
- Aunt
- Older woman
- Matriarch
