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mama

[ˈmɑːmə]

mama Definition

  • 1one's mother
  • 2a term of address for one's mother

Using mama: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mama" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I love you, Mama.

  • Example

    Mama, can I have some ice cream?

  • Example

    My mama is the best cook.

  • Example

    I miss my mama.

mama Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mama

Phrases with mama

  • a mother who is extremely protective of her children

    Example

    Don't mess with her kids, she's a real mama bear.

  • mama's boy

    a boy or man who is excessively attached to his mother, especially in a way that hinders his independence and maturity

    Example

    He's such a mama's boy, he can't even make his own decisions without consulting his mother.

  • dramatic or excessive emotional behavior by a mother, especially in relation to her children

    Example

    She's always causing mama drama, making a big deal out of everything her kids do.

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Summary: mama in Brief

'Mama' [ˈmɑːmə] is a noun that refers to one's mother or a term of endearment for one's mother. It is commonly used in addressing one's mother, as in 'Mama, can I have some ice cream?' The phrase 'mama bear' describes a mother who is extremely protective of her children, while 'mama's boy' refers to a boy or man who is excessively attached to his mother.

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