婆
old woman; husband's mother
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
old woman; elderly lady
A respectful or neutral term for an elderly woman, often used in compounds.
The old lady next door is very kind.
There are many old women taking walks in the park.
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She is old and is called "granny" by the children.
The old women in this village often gather to chat.
The old woman's stories are full of wisdom.
noun
professional woman (archaic); matchmaker; midwife
archaicRefers to women in specific traditional professions in historical or old-fashioned contexts.
In the old days, matchmakers were responsible for arranging marriages.
Midwives used to help women give birth at home.
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There is a midwife in the village with very rich experience.
"Sangu Liupo" was a collective term for certain female professions in old society.
This character is playing an ancient matchmaker.
noun
husband's mother; mother-in-law
Specifically refers to the mother of one's husband; the most common modern usage.
She has a very good relationship with her mother-in-law.
The father-in-law and mother-in-law live together in the countryside.
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Conflicts between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law are problems faced by many families.
She is going to visit her mother-in-law this weekend.
This gift was given to me by my mother-in-law.