Mamma - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Mamma is an informal or affectionate term for mother, commonly used by young children. It can also refer to the mammary gland in medical or biological contexts.
Definition:
Informal term for mother, often used by young children.
Synonyms:
mom, mommy, mum, mummy, mother
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
father, dad
Common Collocations:
loving mamma, dear mamma, mamma bear, mamma’s boy
Derivatives:
mammas, mammaw
Usage Tips:
Use "mamma" affectionately or in informal contexts; common in child speech or nostalgic references.
Common Phrases:
mamma mia, mamma’s boy, like mother like daughter
Etymology:
Derived from Latin "mamma," meaning "breast" or "mother," via Old English and other European languages.
Examples:
- 1. The baby called out for her mamma when she woke up.
- 2. Mamma always knows how to make me feel better when I'm sad.
- 3. He brought flowers for his mamma on Mother’s Day.
- 4. "Mamma, can I have a cookie?" the little girl asked sweetly.