Telugu · Family & People
తాతయ్య
tatayya
Grandfather
Beginnernoun
Definition
The father of your parent.
Example
తాతయ్య కథలు చెబుతారు.
Grandpa tells stories.
Etymology
'తాతయ్య' (tatayya) is derived from the Proto-Dravidian term *tātā, meaning 'grandfather.' This word signifies the respect accorded to elder generations.
How & Where It’s Used
'తాతయ్య' (tatayya) is often used in informal family contexts to refer to grandfathers, mainly in spoken vernacular. Regional dialects may affect its usage.