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Ma

Noun / mɑ: / Another word for ma — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ma is a short form of 'mama' or 'mother'.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

mother matriarch progenitor

Informal

mom mama mommy mum mummy

Literary

mater madre

Antonyms

father dad papa daddy male parent

Common collocations

  • dear ma
  • my ma
  • poor ma
  • loving ma
  • kind ma
  • old ma

Word family

noun motherhood

Usage note

Ma is an informal and affectionate term for mother. It is commonly used by children and in familiar contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. Ma is the best cook in the world.
  2. I hug my ma when I feel sad.
  3. My ma helps me with my homework.
  4. Ma loves to read bedtime stories.
  5. I made a card for my ma's birthday.

Quotes

  • 'Ma-ma!' he called, running up to her.
  • 'Ma,' she said, 'what's a soul?'
  • 'Ma, can't we have some?' pleaded the hungry boy.

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