motherland
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for motherland, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — One's native country, especially spoken of with strong emotional or patriotic attachment.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use motherland
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From mother + land, echoing the ancient pattern of personifying a homeland as a parent (compare fatherland).
Full origin of motherland →Frequently asked questions
What does “motherland” mean?
The word “motherland” means one's native country, especially spoken of with strong emotional or patriotic attachment. In plain terms, a person's home country, especially when talked about with pride or deep loyalty.
How do you pronounce “motherland”?
“Motherland” is pronounced MUHTH-uh-land (/ˈmʌðɚˌlænd/ in IPA).
How do you use “motherland” in a sentence?
Here is “motherland” used in a sentence: “Millions of soldiers died defending their motherland.”
What is another word for “motherland”?
Words with a similar meaning to “motherland” include fatherland and homeland.
What part of speech is “motherland”?
“Motherland” is a noun.