How to Say "Mom" in Spanish - How To Say Guide

mamá

/maˈma/

The English word "mom" is mamá in Spanish.

mamá is used as a term of endearment or a casual way to refer to one's mother, similar to "mom" or "mommy" in English.

Which one should you use?

While mamá is the affectionate equivalent of "mom", madre is the more formal term equivalent to "mother".

In Latin America, Mamita is an endearing term for mom.

To make mamá plural, add -s to get mamás.

The pronunciation of mamá is /maˈma/.

While madre is the formal word for 'mother', it is also used in common slang phrases like estás hasta la madre, which can mean anything from being fed up to being completely drunk.
In some Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in Mexico, the phrase ¡Ay, mamá! is a common idiomatic way to react to a sudden fright or a difficult situation.
The Spanish word mamá is adapted from the French word maman.

Quiero a mi mamá.
I love my mom.
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Mi mamá me cocina.
My mom cooks for me.
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¿Qué dijo tu mamá?
What did your mom say?
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¡Buenos días, Madre! ¿Cómo amaneciste?
Good morning, Mother! How did you wake up today?
Gracias por todo, Mamá. Eres la mejor.
Thank you for everything, Mom. You're the best.
¿Qué estás cocinando, Mami? Huele delicioso.
What are you cooking, Mom? It smells delicious.
Ven aquí, Mamita. Necesito un abrazo.
Come here, Mommy. I need a hug.
¿Dónde estás, Má? Tenemos que ir al médico juntas.
Where are you, Mom? We have to go to the doctor together.
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