tu madre
/tu ˈmadɾe/
In Spanish, "your mom" can be expressed as tu madre.
It is often used as a general-purpose insult.
Meaning: a general-purpose insult (intj)
How do you pronounce it?
/tu ˈmadɾe/
When do people say it?
The word mami is used to mean "mommy."
Did you know?
- In Mexico, the slang term madre can be used to mean 'death' or 'the end' in phrases like valió madre, meaning something is ruined.
- The word madre is used in the expression de puta madre to describe something that is absolutely fantastic or great.
- The word madre is used in the phrase está hecho un desmadre to describe a place that is a total chaotic mess.
Examples in context
- Tu madre te esperaba pacientemente.Your mom was patiently waiting for you.This sentence shows how to use tu madre in a neutral context regarding waiting.Tatoeba #3376193 by emigonza, translation #9770103 by Nylez
- Vete antes de que nos vea tu madre.Get out before your mom sees us.This sentence demonstrates the use of tu madre in a sentence about being seen.Tatoeba #8800002 by diegohn, translation #8805644 by DJ_Saidez
- Sé que tienes problemas con tu madre.I know that you have issues with your mom.This sentence shows how to use tu madre when discussing personal issues.Tatoeba #2304902 by Shishir, translation #953513 by CK
- Disculpe, ¿cómo está su madre?Excuse me, how is your mother?
- Es un placer conocer a la madre de usted.It's a pleasure to meet your mother.
- ¿Cómo está tu mamá?How is your mom?
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Example conversation
Two friends are arguing during a video game.
- Lucía¡No puedo creer que hayas perdido!I can't believe you lost!
- Daniel¡Tu madre!Your mom!
- Lucía¡Qué infantil eres, Daniel!You're so childish, Daniel!
- DanielSolo estoy bromeando, Lucía.I'm just joking, Lucía.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry tu madre, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
