motherhood
Translation
motherhood
Examples
She is enjoying motherhood.
She is enjoying motherhood.
Motherhood changed her perspective on life.
Motherhood changed her perspective on life.
Grammar Patterns
motherhood the state of being a mother She is adjusting to motherhood.
Similar Words
maternity
Etymology
From 'mother' + '-hood', a suffix indicating a state or condition. It literally means 'the state of being a mother'.
Memory Tips
Remember that the '-hood' suffix is also found in words like 'childhood' and 'neighborhood', denoting a state or collective group.