Chinese · Family & People
妈妈
māma
Mom
Beginnernoun
Definition
An informal word for mother.
Example
我妈妈做饭很好吃。
My mom cooks delicious food.
Etymology
'妈妈' (māma) is a reduplicated form that emphasizes affection and closeness, commonly used in many languages for 'mother', reflecting the universal bond.
How & Where It’s Used
'妈妈' is typically used in informal spoken contexts, particularly among children and adults when referring to their mothers, and is less common in formal writing.