mom
Translation
mum, mother
Examples
My mom is a teacher.
My mum is a teacher.
I love you, Mom.
I love you, Mum.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) mom someone's mother My mom is kind.
Hi, Mom. a form of address Hi, Mom. How was your day?
Similar Words
Synonyms: mother, mama; Antonyms: dad, father
Etymology
A shortened, informal version of 'mother', originating from the baby-talk word 'mamma'.
Memory Tips
In the US, it's 'mom'. In the UK, it's 'mum'. Both are informal ways to say 'mother'.