Maman (en. Mom)

[ma.mɑ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Refers to a woman who has children.

My mom is very nice.

Ma maman est très gentille.

Affectionate term used to refer to one's mother.

When I have a problem, I talk to my mom.

Quand j'ai un problème, j'en parle à ma maman.

Comes from childhood and the first words of children to refer to their mother.

indulgent mother

A very protective and indulgent mother.

maman gâteau

mother hen

A mother who is very attentive to her children.

maman poule

single moms

Mothers raising their children alone.

mamans solo

maternity

The condition of being a mother.

maternité

moms

Plural of mom, referring to multiple mothers.

mamans

mom

I asked mom if I could go out.

J'ai demandé à moman si je pouvais sortir.

mommy

Mommy is going to prepare us a nice meal.

Mamanou va nous préparer un bon repas.