Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tia
noun
/ˈtiːə/
Definition
Tia is a term often used in Spanish and Portuguese as a familiar way to refer to an aunt or an older female relative.
Examples
- Mi tia siempre me trae dulces cuando me visita.
- She is like a second mother to me; I love my tia dearly.
- Every summer, I visit my tia in the countryside.
Meaning
In familial contexts, it denotes a bond of affection and respect towards a woman’s role within the family.
Synonyms
- aunt
- auntie
- relative
