Definition

A woman from India who works as a nurse or caretaker, often looking after children.

Example

The ayah took care of the children while their parents were at work.

Conversation

I heard you found an ayah to help with the kids.

Yeah, she's been a great help around the house.

That's awesome! How did you find such a good ayah?

I got a recommendation from a friend who used her before.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'ayah' originates from Hindi 'आया' (āyā), meaning a nurse or caretaker, particularly for children. It is derived from the Arabic 'عائِه' (ʿāʾih), which means to nurse or to care for.

Memory Tip

Think of a caretaker or nurse, as 'ayah' refers to someone who looks after children, stemming from the Hindi word for a caretaker.

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