Magmadre (en. To act like a mother)

/maɡˈmad.re/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of behaving like a mother or acting with care like a mother.
You need to mother your siblings for their own good.
Kailangan mong magmadre sa iyong mga kapatid para sa kanilang ikabubuti.
Caring for or providing support to others like a mother.
Sometimes, she mothered her friends in their time of need.
Minsan, nagmadre siya sa kanyang mga kaibigan sa oras ng kanilang pangangailangan.
Showing concern for others in a nurturing way.
Her mothering provided comfort to the children.
Ang kanyang pagmadre ay nagbigay ng katiyakan sa mga bata.

Etymology

The word 'magmadre' comes from the Spanish word 'madre' meaning 'mother'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

be a mother now
Comfort people and take care of them.
magmadre ka na

Related Words

mother
A person who is pregnant and takes care of a child.
ina
father
A person who provides for or acts as a father.
ama

Slang Meanings

To be tough or aggressive in a situation.
No matter what happens, just be aggressive with your boss to get that promotion.
Kahit anong mangyari, magmadre ka lang sa boss mo para makuha mo 'yung promotion.
To be strong or not to lose heart.
Even if it's tough, you need to be strong for your family.
Kahit mahirap, kailangan mong magmadre para sa pamilya mo.