Chinese

pópo
Meaning: mother-in-law (husband's mother); old woman
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

婆婆對我非常好,把我當成親生女兒一樣看待。
婆婆对我非常好,把我当成亲生女儿一样看待。
My mother-in-law is very good to me; she treats me like her own daughter.
婆婆經常去寺廟拜佛,祈求全家人平安。
Grandma often goes to the temple to worship Buddha and pray for the family's safety.

Usage Notes

Primarily used for husband's mother. Can also be a respectful way to address an elderly woman.

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