Momma: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ
momma
[ หmษmษ ]
informal term
Momma is an informal term used to refer to one's mother, typically conveying affection or endearment. It can also denote a maternal figure in a broader sense.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I love spending time with my momma.
- Momma always knows how to make me feel better.
- After school, I went straight to momma's house.
- Momma said it would be okay.
Translations
Translations of the word "momma" in other languages:
๐ต๐น mamรฃe
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคพเค
๐ฉ๐ช Mama
๐ฎ๐ฉ ibu
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐะผะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ mama
๐ฏ๐ต ใใ
๐ซ๐ท maman
๐ช๐ธ mamรก
๐น๐ท anne
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃู
๐จ๐ฟ maminka
๐ธ๐ฐ mama
๐จ๐ณ ๅฆๅฆ
๐ธ๐ฎ mama
๐ฎ๐ธ amma
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะฝะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ana
๐ฒ๐ฝ mamรก
Etymology
The word 'momma' is an informal and affectionate variant of 'mama,' which has its roots in various languages. 'Mama' is derived from the late Latin 'mamma,' which means 'breast' or 'udder,' and is associated with the early vocalizations of infants, as it resembles the sounds made by babies when they try to address their mothers. This term has spread across many cultures and languages, often emerging in different forms, such as 'mommy' in English, 'mam' in Gaelic, and 'maman' in French. The use of 'momma' in American English typically signifies a close, loving relationship with one's mother and is often used in family contexts. Over time, 'momma' has also been popularized in various forms of media and culture, reinforcing its affectionate connotation.