mum
word
/ˈməm/
muhm
/mˈʌm/
muhm
Definition
A child’s word for their mother. It is very common in British English and can also be used by adults when talking to or about their mother.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly British English; in American English, 'mom' is more common. Usually affectionate and informal. 'Mum' can also be an adjective meaning 'silent', but that is a different word and pronunciation context helps distinguish them.
Spanish: mamá - madrePortuguese (BR): mãe - mamãePortuguese (PT): mãe - mamãChinese (Simplified): 妈妈Chinese (Traditional): 媽媽Hindi: माँ - मम्मीArabic: أمي - أمBengali: মাRussian: мамаJapanese: ママVietnamese: mẹKorean: 엄마Turkish: anneUrdu: امیIndonesian: ibu
Example Sentences
My mum is in the kitchen.
basic
I called my mum after school.
basic
His mum works at a hospital.
basic
I’m going to visit my mum this weekend.
natural
My mum always knows when something is wrong.
natural
I still ask my mum for cooking advice.
natural