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

mamá

/maˈma/

The Spanish word for mom is mamá.

mamá is used as an affectionate term for mom.

Which one should you use?

While mamá is the affectionate term for mom, madre is the more formal and standard term for mother.

mami is a more diminutive and affectionate form, similar to 'mommy' in English.

mami is commonly used in the Caribbean, especially in Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and Cuba.

/maˈma/

In some Latin American slang, particularly in Mexico, the term madre is used in dozens of colorful idioms that have nothing to do with actual mothers, such as está de la madre to mean something is bad.
In many Spanish-speaking cultures, calling a woman mami or mamita is not always an expression of affection for a mother, but is often used as a flirtatious or endearing term for a romantic partner.
The Spanish word mamá was adapted from the French word maman.

Quiero a mi mamá.
I love my mom.
This sentence shows how to express affection for your mamá.
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Mi mamá me cocina.
My mom cooks for me.
This sentence demonstrates a use of mamá regarding cooking.
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¿Qué dijo tu mamá?
What did your mom say?
This sentence is a way to ask about what someone's mamá said.
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Quiero presentarles a mi madre, la señora Patricia.
I want to introduce you to my mother, Mrs. Patricia.
Mamá, gracias por todo lo que haces por mí.
Mom, thank you for everything you do for me.
Hoy vamos a almorzar en casa de mamá.
Today, we are going to have lunch at mom's house.
¡Hola, mami! ¿Cómo estás?
Hi, mom! How are you?
Mamita, eres la mejor madre del mundo.
Mom, you are the best mother in the world.
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