ciocia
aunt
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈt͡ɕɔt͡ɕa/
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Cultural Note
'Ciocia' is the informal, affectionate term for aunt, while 'ciotka' is more formal. In Polish families, 'ciocia' is often used not just for blood relatives but also for close female family friends, reflecting the warm, extended-family culture of Poland.
📝 Example Sentences
Ciocia zabrała nas na lody.
Auntie took us for ice cream.
Moja ciocia jest nauczycielką.
My aunt is a teacher.
Dostałem prezent od cioci.
I received a gift from my aunt.