yaya

American  

[yah-yah] / ˈyɑˌyɑ /

noun

plural

yayas

1. in the Philippines, a nanny or other female caregiver employed by a family to tend someone in the home.

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Example Sentences

Another user, John Yaya, wrote that he knew a deputy back in the 1980s who packed his own lunch and didn’t eat at local venues because of safety issues.

From Los Angeles Times

He has signed a contract until 2031 and will wear the number 42 shirt previously worn by Yaya Toure, who won three Premier League titles during his eight years at the club.

From BBC

Yaya Toure had a glittering playing career at clubs of the stature of Barcelona and Manchester City, and on the international stage for Ivory Coast.

From BBC

Yaya Toure: Well, I think football gave me a lot of joy and, as well, I share this joy with some of the fans who appreciate me, and appreciate to see me play in the games.

From BBC

Yaya: You know the military men - they're very strict in the sense that they want the kids to understand and get things right.

From BBC