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Mummy

🇬🇧 UK //ˈmʌmi// 🇺🇸 US //ˈmʌmi//

Meaning of Mummy

A term for a mother, especially used by children.

In simple words: A special word for a mother.

Mummy in a sentence

• I asked my mummy to help me with my homework.
• My mummy makes the best chocolate chip cookies.
• The museum had an interesting exhibit on an ancient mummy.
• I saw a mummy at the archaeological site in Egypt.
• After school, I run to mummy to tell her about my day.

How to use Mummy

Commonly used in informal contexts, especially by children. Not appropriate in formal settings. Can refer to a mother (especially in British English) or an ancient Egyptian embalmed body.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mummy' as a 'mum' wrapped up tight like a bundle.

Related words

Collocations with Mummy

• my mummy
• dear mummy
• ancient mummy
• mummy's love

Synonyms for Mummy

• mom
• mother
• mum
• mama

Common mistakes with Mummy

• Using 'mummy' exclusively to refer to mothers; it also refers to mummified bodies.
• Confusing the spelling 'mummy' with 'mummy' or 'momi'.
• Mispronouncing as 'muh-mee' instead of 'muh-mee' (the stress is on the first syllable).

Frequently asked questions about Mummy

What does Mummy mean?

A special word for a mother.

What is the definition of Mummy?

A term for a mother, especially used by children.

How do you use Mummy in a sentence?

I asked my mummy to help me with my homework.

Can you give another example of Mummy?

My mummy makes the best chocolate chip cookies.

What are synonyms for Mummy?

Common alternatives include mom, mother, mum, mama.

What words go with Mummy?

It commonly pairs with my mummy, dear mummy, ancient mummy, mummy's love.

What are common mistakes when using Mummy?

Using 'mummy' exclusively to refer to mothers; it also refers to mummified bodies. Confusing the spelling 'mummy' with 'mummy' or 'momi'. Mispronouncing as 'muh-mee' instead of 'muh-mee' (the stress is on the first syllable).

How do you pronounce Mummy?

US: //ˈmʌmi//, UK: //ˈmʌmi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Mummy?

Commonly used in informal contexts, especially by children. Not appropriate in formal settings. Can refer to a mother (especially in British English) or an ancient Egyptian embalmed body.