What’s the meaning of ‘baba’ in Polish?

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Ross published
4 days ago

Hey guys, I came across the word “baba,” which seems kinda like babcia, but it was used in a different context — the woman wasn’t even that old. Does “baba” just mean grandma, or does it have some other meaning or vibe depending on how it’s used?

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answered by
Pawel published
about 2 hours ago

Hi Ross, baba and babcia re not the same.

Babcia = grandmother (affectionate, standard).
Baba = woman, often informal and sometimes slightly derogatory, depending on tone and context.
Using baba to refer to a wife is possible but uncommon and can be risky, as it might sound disrespectful.

What’s the meaning of ‘baba’ in Polish?

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