mam
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Noun — An informal, affectionate word for one's mother, common in British and Irish English.
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Etymology
Alteration or clipping of mama. Compare Scots mam, Early Scots mame (“mother”), mamye (“wet nurse”), Saterland Frisian Määme (“mother”), West Frisian mem (“mother”). Alternatively, possibly either conserved from or influenced by earlier Brythonic language.
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What does “mam” mean?
The word “mam” means an informal, affectionate word for one's mother, common in British and Irish English. In plain terms, a casual, warm way of saying "mum" or "mom," especially in Ireland, Wales, and parts of northern England.
How do you pronounce “mam”?
“Mam” is pronounced mam (/mæm/ in IPA).
How do you use “mam” in a sentence?
Here is “mam” used in a sentence: “He rang his mam every Sunday evening.”
What part of speech is “mam”?
“Mam” is a noun.
Is “mam” a common word?
“Mam” is an uncommon word in modern English.