ma
word
/ˈmɑ/
MAH
/mˈɑː/
MAH
Definition
'Ma' is an informal, affectionate word for 'mother', mostly used in English-speaking families.
Usage & Nuances
'Ma' is a very informal, warm term for 'mother', mostly used in speech and in close family settings. Often heard in British and American English, it may sound old-fashioned or regional in some areas. Not appropriate for formal contexts.
Spanish: mamá - mamá (forma familiar) - mamiPortuguese (BR): mãe (forma carinhosa) - mamãePortuguese (PT): mãe (forma carinhosa) - mamãChinese (Simplified): 妈 (mā)Chinese (Traditional): 媽 (mā)Hindi: माँArabic: ماما (غير رسمية)Bengali: মাRussian: мамаJapanese: ママVietnamese: máKorean: 엄마Turkish: anne - anaUrdu: ماںIndonesian: ma - mama
Example Sentences
Ma says dinner is ready!
natural
I love my ma very much.
basic
Where is ma?
basic
Hey ma, can you help me with my homework?
natural
Don’t worry, ma. I’ll be home early tonight.
natural
My ma makes the best cookies.
basic