nana

American  

[nan-uh] / ˈnæn ə /

noun

1. Chiefly Northeastern U.S. grandmother; grandma.

2. Gulf States. godmother.

3. Chiefly Southeastern U.S. a child's nursemaid; nanny.

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nana British  

/ ˈnɑːnə /

noun

1. slang a fool

2. slang the head

3. slang to become very angry

4. slang mad; insane

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Etymology

Origin of nana

1835–45; nursery word; nanny

Example Sentences

“We’re encouraged by the fact that more American companies than ever are looking to invest in Ghana,” said President Nana Akufo-Addo.

From Washington Times

Since landing in Ghana on Sunday, Harris has met President Nana Akufo-Addo, participated in a state banquet, given a speech to young people about innovation and women's empowerment, and visited a 'slave castle' that was the last stop for thousands of Africans sold into the transatlantic slave trade.

From Reuters

Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo entered with Harris, he in a dark, double-breasted suit and she in a white gown and cape adorned with a purple flower on the right shoulder.

From Seattle Times

Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo told reporters this week that China’s involvement on the continent is an “obsession” for some Americans, and that he believes Harris is sincere in her efforts to work with Ghana and neighboring countries.

From Washington Post

To mark the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first enslaved Africans on the American coast in 1619, President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana in 2018 unveiled a campaign to encourage their descendants in the Americas to visit his country as a way to commemorate their family history and honor the diaspora.

From New York Times