Martha Meaning in English

word

US

/ˈmɑɹθə/

MAR-thuh

UK

/ˈmɑːθə/

MAH-thuh

Definition

A female first name used in English and many other languages. It refers to a person’s name, not a general object, action, or idea.

Usage & Nuances

Usually capitalized as 'Martha'. As a proper name, it is normally not translated, though spelling may change across writing systems. Use it like other personal names: 'Martha is here', 'I called Martha'.

• Spanish: Marta
• Portuguese (BR): Marta
• Portuguese (PT): Marta
• Chinese (Simplified): 玛莎
• Chinese (Traditional): 瑪莎
• Hindi: मार्था
• Arabic: مارثا
• Bengali: মার্থা
• Russian: Марта
• Japanese: マーサ
• Vietnamese: Martha
• Korean: 마사
• Turkish: Martha
• Urdu: مارتھا
• Indonesian: Martha

Example Sentences

Martha is my teacher.

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I saw Martha at school today.

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Martha has a red bag.

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Did Martha text you back yet?

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I'm meeting Martha for coffee after work.

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If you need help, ask Martha—she knows what to do.

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