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No. 710 in French

maman

Mother.

In a sentence

  • Maman prépare un délicieux dîner ce soir.

    Mom is preparing a delicious dinner tonight.

    Here, 'maman' is used as a noun to refer to one's mother affectionately and familiarly.

  • Quand j'étais petit, j'appelais toujours maman pour qu'elle me raconte une histoire.

    When I was little, I always called out to mom to tell me a story.

    In this sentence, 'maman' is used to address one's mother directly, illustrating a close and endearing relationship.

  • La maman de Sophie est très gentille avec nous.

    Sophie’s mom is very kind to us.

    Here, 'maman' functions as a common noun referring to Sophie's mother, emphasizing a familial role.

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