gaa1 po2家婆
Jyutpinggaa1 po2
Yalegā pó
Definition
Husband's mother; a woman's mother-in-law.
colloquialfamilypeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to a husband's mother from the perspective of his wife. It is a standard term used in daily life, though younger generations may sometimes opt for more casual or affectionate address terms depending on their family dynamics.
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go3個goExamples
My relationship with my mother-in-law is very harmonious.
Is your mother-in-law coming over for dinner today?
Related words
Common phrases
parents-in-law (husband's side)
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 岳母, which is the term for a wife's mother. Using the wrong term will cause significant confusion about which side of the family is being discussed.
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