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How do you write maternal grandmother in Tamil?

There are a few ways to write "maternal grandmother" in Tamil, depending on the level of formality and the specific context:

Formal:

* அத்தைமா (Aththaimaa): This is the most common and formal way to refer to a maternal grandmother. It literally translates to "mother's sister," but it's used specifically for maternal grandmother.

Informal:

* பாட்டி (Paatti): This is a general term for grandmother and can be used for both maternal and paternal grandmothers.

* அம்மாமா (Ammama): This is a less common term, but it can be used informally for maternal grandmother. It literally translates to "mother's mother," but it's not as widely used as "Aththaimaa."

Other options:

* மாமியார் (Maamiyaar): This term is typically used for the mother-in-law, but it can also be used to refer to a maternal grandmother, especially in older generations.

* பெரியம்மா (Periyamma): This term is often used to refer to an elder sister or aunt, but it can also be used for a maternal grandmother, particularly in certain regions of Tamil Nadu.

The best way to choose the appropriate term depends on your relationship with the individual and the context of the conversation.

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