This is the 1316th most frequent Dutch word.
mama
"Mother" or "mom."
In this sentence, 'mama' is used as a nominative subject, referring to one's mother affectionately.
Mama houdt van bloemen.
Mama loves flowers.
Here, 'mama' is used in the dative form, referring to the recipient of the action, particularly one's mother.
Ik gaf mama een cadeautje.
I gave mama a present.
In this example, 'mama' functions as a vocative call, directly addressing one's mother affectionately to attract her attention.