Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Aya (en. Governess)

    /ˈaja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person responsible for the care and education of children.
    The nanny was in charge of entertaining the little ones with stories.
    La aya se encargaba de entretener a los pequeños con cuentos.
    Governess or woman who takes care of the house and children.
    The family's nanny was very beloved by all the children.
    La aya de la familia era muy querida por todos los niños.
    Term used in some regions to refer to a teacher or educator.
    I will always remember my childhood nanny who taught me to read.
    Siempre recordaré a mi aya de la infancia que me enseñó a leer.

    Etymology

    From Andalusian Arabic 'ayah', which means 'nanny' or 'caretaker'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nursery caretaker
    Caregiver of small children.
    aya de cría
    nanny work
    Work related to the care and education of children.
    trabajo de aya
    to be a nanny
    To perform the role of caregiver for children.
    ser aya

    Related Words

    nanny
    A person hired to care for children.
    niñera
    tutor
    Teacher or educator responsible for a student's learning.
    tutora
    governess
    Woman in charge of the household management.
    gobernanta

    Slang Meanings

    Affectionate expression to refer to a woman who cares for children.
    That nanny is like a second mother to my children.
    Esa aya es como una segunda madre para mis hijos.
    In some regions, it can refer to any trusted woman.
    The family nanny is always willing to help.
    La aya de la familia siempre está dispuesta a ayudar.