How to Pronounce "mothered"
word
ˈməðɝ
MUH-thurd
mˈʌðəd
MUH-thuhd
Definition
Past tense of 'mother.' To care for someone as a mother would, either by raising a child or giving someone gentle and protective care.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈməðɝ
British English
mˈʌðəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUH-thurd
UK
MUH-thuhd
Listen in Context
She mothered her younger brother when their parents were away.
The puppy was mothered by the older dog.
She mothered three children on her own.
He always felt like his older sister mothered him too much.