Synonyms for

Mam

Verb / mɑ:m / / ˈeˈmeɪˈem / Another word for mam — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A word used as an informal term for mother.

Synonyms & similar words

mam mom mum ma mommy mama mother parent caregiver guardian nurturer provider momma mater mumsy mamsy mummy maw marmee momster

Synonyms by register

Formal

mother parent guardian

Informal

ma mum mommy mama

Literary

matron madre

Antonyms

sir father daddy governor master lord

Common collocations

  • dear mam
  • poor mam
  • mam's cooking
  • ask mam
  • tell mam
  • mam said
  • my mam

Word family

noun mam

Usage note

Mam is a colloquial term for mother, primarily used in the UK and Ireland. It is informal and affectionate.

Example sentences

  1. I love my mam very much.
  2. My mam is always there for me when I need her.
  3. I call my mam every day to check in.
  4. My mam makes the best pancakes.
  5. My mam is my hero.

Quotes

  • All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.
  • A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.
  • Mothers hold their children's hands for a short while, but their hearts forever.

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