A1noun high_frequency_chunk

Mother

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmʌðə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmʌðər/"]/

Meaning of Mother

a female parent of a child or animal; a person who is acting as a mother to a child

In simple words: A female parent.

Mother in a sentence

• My mother makes the best cookies in the world.
• She called her mother to share the good news.
• Mother Nature is often depicted as nurturing and caring.
• Every mother deserves a day off to relax.
• The word 'mother' can also refer to a source of something.

How to use Mother

Use 'mother' to refer to a female parent in most contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual situations as it can sound overly familiar when addressing someone not related to you.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mother' as the one who 'mothers' you with love.

Related words

Collocations with Mother

• lone
• single
• unmarried
• resemble
• take after
• inherit something from

Synonyms for Mother

• mom
• mum
• mamma
• maternal figure
• parent

Opposites of Mother

• father
• child

Common mistakes with Mother

• Confused with 'mom' in formal contexts.
• Using 'mother' when 'mothers' (plural) is needed.
• Mispronouncing 'mother' as 'mutha' in formal settings.

Frequently asked questions about Mother

What does Mother mean?

A female parent.

What is the definition of Mother?

a female parent of a child or animal; a person who is acting as a mother to a child

How do you use Mother in a sentence?

My mother makes the best cookies in the world.

Can you give another example of Mother?

She called her mother to share the good news.

What are synonyms for Mother?

Common alternatives include mom, mum, mamma, maternal figure, parent.

What is the opposite of Mother?

Opposite meanings include father, child.

What words go with Mother?

It commonly pairs with lone, single, unmarried, resemble, take after, inherit something from.

What are common mistakes when using Mother?

Confused with 'mom' in formal contexts. Using 'mother' when 'mothers' (plural) is needed. Mispronouncing 'mother' as 'mutha' in formal settings.

How do you pronounce Mother?

US: /["/ˈmʌðər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmʌðə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Mother?

Use 'mother' to refer to a female parent in most contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual situations as it can sound overly familiar when addressing someone not related to you.

What CEFR level is Mother?

"Mother" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.