Word Frequency (Worthäufigkeit) #500
Word (Wort)

Oma

Translation (Übersetzung) grandma, grandmother
Pronunciation (Aussprache) /ˈoːma/
A1
Nouns
Beginner
Informal
Tags (Tags)
noun informal beginner A1 family affectionate
Oma is a very common and affectionate term for grandmother in German. It is used in both formal and informal contexts, though it is inherently informal and affectionate. The word is often capitalized in writing as it is a noun. It is one of the first family-related words learned by German children and language learners. The male equivalent is 'Opa' (grandpa).

Oma - German Nouns - Oma Meaning - Oma Translation - Oma Nouns Examples

Oma is a German Nouns

Learn Oma meaning, translation, pronunciation, and usage examples. Oma is classified as a Noun in German grammar.

Oma Examples (Beispiele) in English

Oma examples with English translations. See how to use Oma in sentences. Oma example sentences in English below.

Meine Oma wohnt in Berlin.
My grandma lives in Berlin.
Describing family location
Oma backt den besten Apfelkuchen.
Grandma bakes the best apple cake.
Highlighting a skill or tradition
Wir besuchen Oma am Wochenende.
We are visiting grandma on the weekend.
Planning a family activity
Oma erzählt immer spannende Geschichten.
Grandma always tells exciting stories.
Sharing family interactions
Das ist ein Geschenk von Oma.
That is a gift from grandma.
Receiving something
Oma hilft mir bei den Hausaufgaben.
Grandma helps me with my homework.
Family support
Bei Oma gibt es immer leckeres Essen.
There is always delicious food at grandma's.
Describing a pleasant experience
Oma und Opa fahren in den Urlaub.
Grandma and grandpa are going on vacation.
Family activities
Ich vermisse meine Oma.
I miss my grandma.
Expressing emotions
Oma hat mir das Schwimmen beigebracht.
Grandma taught me how to swim.
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Oma Word Family - Oma Related Words - Oma Family Members

Oma Word Family (Wortfamilie)

Oma word family includes related words, derivatives, and word forms. Learn Oma family members with meanings, translations, and usage. Explore Oma related words and expand your German vocabulary.

Diminutive Form (Verkleinerungsform)
Omi
Meaning: granny, nana
Example: Omi ist noch süßer als Oma.
Noun
Formal Equivalent (Formales Äquivalent)
Großmutter
Meaning: grandmother
Example: Meine Großmutter ist 80 Jahre alt.
Noun
Male Counterpart (Männliches Gegenstück)
Opa
Meaning: grandpa
Example: Opa und Oma gehen spazieren.
Noun

Oma Usage - Oma Collocations - Oma Idioms - Oma Synonyms - Oma Antonyms

Oma Usage & Related Words (Verwendung & verwandte Wörter)

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Oma Collocations (Kollokationen)

Oma collocations are common word combinations that native speakers use. Learn Oma word combinations and how to use Oma with other words naturally.

liebe Oma
dear grandma
High frequency
meine Oma
my grandma
High frequency
Oma und Opa
grandma and grandpa
High frequency
bei Oma
at grandma's (place)
Medium frequency
Oma besuchen
to visit grandma
Medium frequency
Oma erzählt
grandma tells
Medium frequency
Omas Haus
grandma's house
Medium frequency
Omas Kuchen
grandma's cake
Low frequency
Omas Geschichten
grandma's stories
Low frequency
Omas Garten
grandma's garden
Low frequency

Oma Idioms (Redewendungen)

Oma idioms and expressions. Learn German idioms containing Oma with meanings and explanations. Master Oma expressions used in everyday German.

Das ist nicht von schlechten Eltern, aber von Oma.
That's not bad, but it's from grandma.
Used to humorously indicate that something is very good or impressive, often in a nostalgic or affectionate way, implying grandma's things are the best.
Wie bei Oma
Like at grandma's
Used to describe something that is very cozy, traditional, homely, or reminiscent of childhood comfort.
Omas Rezept
Grandma's recipe
Refers to a traditional, trusted, often handwritten recipe passed down through generations, implying authenticity and quality.

Oma Synonyms (Synonyme)

Oma synonyms - words with similar meanings. Find alternative words for Oma and expand your German vocabulary. Learn Oma similar words and their usage.

Großmutter
Meaning: grandmother
High similarity
Großmama
Meaning: grandmama
Medium similarity
Omi
Meaning: granny, nana
High similarity

Oma Antonyms (Antonyme)

Oma antonyms - opposite words. Learn words with opposite meanings to Oma. Discover Oma opposite words and expand your German vocabulary.

Opa
Meaning: grandpa, grandfather
Enkel
Meaning: grandson
Enkelin
Meaning: granddaughter

Oma Semantically Related Words - Oma Contextually Related Words - Oma Thematically Related Words

Oma Semantically Related Words (Semantisch verwandte Wörter)

Oma semantically related words - words that are conceptually or thematically related to Oma. Explore Oma related vocabulary and discover words in the same semantic field. Learn Oma contextually related words to expand your German vocabulary.

Familie Großeltern Enkel Enkelin Eltern Kinder Verwandte Generation Tradition Liebe

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