mum
Pronunciation: [mʌm]
Word
Context: “relationship”
(noun) a very special word for your mother, used mostly in British English. It shows love and care. When you have a mum, she is the person who takes care of you and helps you grow.
Example
My mum always makes my favorite dinner on my birthday.
Example
I don’t have a mum to celebrate Mother's Day with this year.
Example
What did your mum say when you asked her for help?
Context: “informal speaking”
(noun) a way to say 'mom' that feels friendly and familiar. It’s often used among friends or when talking about mothers casually.
Example
Her mum is really nice; she let us have cookies after school.
Example
His mum never lets him stay out late.
Example
Did your mum help you with your homework today?
Context: “care”
(verb) to be quiet or stop talking, usually to avoid disturbing someone. When we say 'mum,' we are asking people to be quiet.
Example
The teacher asked us to mum for a moment so she could explain something important.
Example
The students were not mum at all; they were very loud during the assembly.
Example
Can you mum while I’m on the phone?
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