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How do you say in Malayalam - grandaunt?

There are a few ways to say "grandaunt" in Malayalam, depending on the specific relationship:

For father's side:

* Perummaa (പെരുമ്മാ): This is the most common and general term for grandaunt on the father's side.

* Achanthamma (അച്ഛന്തമ്മ): This refers specifically to the father's sister.

For mother's side:

* Ammaayi (അമ്മായി): This is the general term for grandaunt on the mother's side.

* Ammachi (അമ്മാച്ചി): This is a more affectionate term, often used for a grandmother or great-grandmother.

* Ammathumma (അമ്മത്തമ്മ): This refers specifically to the mother's sister.

Other possible terms:

* Muthassi (മുത്തശ്ശി): This is a general term for grandmother, and could be used for a grandaunt who is much older than you.

* Thatha (തത്ത): This is a general term for grandfather, and could be used for a grandaunt's husband.

The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the level of formality desired.

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