Gran

usgb/ɡræn/
noun

Short for grandmother or grandma.

I went to visit my gran at her house.
Visual representation of "gran" - Short for grandmother or grandma.

Often appears as...

  • my gran
  • visit my gran

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Informal

Colloquial

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Affectionate Term

Used as a warm, affectionate way to refer to one's grandmother, showing fondness.

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My gran bakes the best cookies.
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Informal Usage

Preferable in casual or family conversations; 'grandmother' is more formal.

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Can I stay over at gran's place tonight?
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UK-Common

More frequently used in the UK; in other regions, alternatives like 'grandma' may be common.

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In the UK, kids often go to visit their gran after school.
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