Mama (en. Mom)

mah-mah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A simple call or recognition for the mother.
Call your mom so we can eat.
Tawagin mo ang mama mo para kumain na tayo.
Can be used as a sign of respect or love for an elder or a woman.
Thank you, mom, for your help.
Salamat, mama, sa iyong tulong.
Commonly used to call women or aunts in an extended family.
Juan's mom is preparing dinner.
Ang mama ni Juan ay naghahanda ng hapunan.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word 'mamá', which means mother.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Mom, goodbye
A farewell to the mother or saying goodbye to one's mom.
Mama, paalam na
My mom, I love you very much
A declaration of love for the mother.
Mama ko, mahal na mahal kita

Related Words

papa
A call for father.
tata
grandma
A call for grandmother.
Lola

Slang Meanings

Mom
Mom is here, let's eat together!
Nandiyan na si mama, sabay na tayo kumain!
Mom
I miss Mom, where are you?
Na-miss ko si mama, san ka na ba?
Mommy
Mommy, you gave me those new shoes as a gift!
Mami, regalo mo sa akin 'yung bagong sapatos!
Mommy
Mommy said, we can't go out yet!
Sabi ni mommy, hindi pa pwede lumabas!
Mama Bear
My mama bear is always there, always supporting me.
Laging nandiyan si mama bear ko, lagi akong sinusuportahan.