Spanish · People & Family
"Mom" in Spanish: mamá
mamá
Mom in Spanish is mamá. Write the accent on the second a. It is warmer and more everyday than madre.
Calling from another room
¡Mamá, dónde está mi mochila?Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce mamá
Say it
mah-MAH
/maˈma/
mah-MAH. Stress the second syllable. The accent mark shows that stress.
"Mom" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| mamá | mom / mum Everyday affectionate word. | Everyday affectionate word. |
| mi mamá | my mom Very common with kids and adults. | Very common with kids and adults. |
| ¡mamá! | mom! Calling out or answering the phone. | Calling out or answering the phone. |
| mami | mommy Extra affectionate; common with little kids. | Extra affectionate; common with little kids. |
How to use mamá in real life
- 1Calling from another room
¡Mamá, dónde está mi mochila?
Mom, where is my backpack?
¡Mamá! is the natural call.
- 2Talking to a friend
Mi mamá me espera afuera.
My mom is waiting for me outside.
Mi mamá sounds warm and everyday.
- 3Text message
Mamá, llego en diez minutos.
Mom, I'll be there in ten minutes.
Short texts often start with Mamá,
Mistakes English speakers make with mamá
Incorrect: Hola, mama sin acento.
Correct: Hola, mamá.
Write mamá with the accent. Mama without it can look unfinished.
Incorrect: Mi mamá es el mejor.
Correct: Mi mamá es la mejor.
Mamá is feminine. Say la mejor, not el mejor.
Good to know
Mamá is the default warm word across Latin America. Mami is softer with young children.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Arriving home after school
ChatPal
¿Ya le avisaste a tu mamá?
Did you already tell your mom?
You
Sí. Mamá sabe que llego tarde.
Yes. Mom knows I'm arriving late.
ChatPal
Perfecto. Entonces entramos.
Perfect. Then let's go in.
You
Voy. Mamá ya puso la mesa.
Coming. Mom already set the table.
This is a sample. In ChatPal you have this conversation out loud and get feedback on what you say.
Practice this conversation in ChatPal"Mom" in other languages
FAQ
Common questions about "Mom" in Spanish
Does mamá need an accent?
Yes. Write mamá. The accent marks stress on the last syllable.
Is mamá formal or informal?
Informal and affectionate. Madre is the more formal word.
Is mamá masculine or feminine?
Feminine: mi mamá, esa mamá, una mamá cariñosa.
What is mami?
A softer, more affectionate form of mamá, often used with kids.
Learn a word, then use it out loud
- Step 1: See it in context
- Step 2: Say it out loud
- Step 3: Get feedback
- Step 4: Use it in real scenarios
Keep reading
- Y in Spanish AlphabetY in spanish alphabet. Learn how y works in the Spanish alphabet, from its names (ye and i griega) to its dual consonant and vowel pronunciation
- How to Practice Speaking Spanish with AI the Smart WayLearn how to practice speaking Spanish with AI using practical routines, realistic scenarios, and feedback loops that actually build real-world fluency.
