Dictionary
English - Finnish
Mum
məm
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
äiti, mummi, äiti (puhekielessä), äiti (kunnioittavasti)
Mum meanings in Finnish
äiti
Example:
My mum makes the best cookies.
Äitini tekee parhaat keksit.
I called my mum yesterday.
Soitin äidilleni eilen.
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to one's mother in a casual or affectionate manner.
Note: In Finnish, 'äiti' is the standard term for mother, while 'mum' conveys warmth and familiarity.
mummi
Example:
My mum is visiting my mummi this weekend.
Äitini vierailee mummillani tänä viikonloppuna.
I love spending time with my mum and mummi.
Rakastan viettää aikaa äidin ja mummun kanssa.
Usage: informalContext: Used in contexts where 'mum' refers to a grandmother, especially in familial discussions.
Note: In some families, 'mum' can also refer to a grandmother, often called 'mummi' in Finnish.
äiti (puhekielessä)
Example:
Mum, can you help me with my homework?
Äiti, voitko auttaa minua kotitehtävissä?
I told mum I would be home late.
Kerroin äidille, että tulen kotiin myöhään.
Usage: informalContext: Casual conversations among family members or friends.
Note: In casual speech, 'äiti' is often used interchangeably with 'mum' in informal contexts.
äiti (kunnioittavasti)
Example:
I respect my mum's opinions.
Kunnioitan äitini mielipiteitä.
Mum has always been my role model.
Äiti on aina ollut minun esikuvani.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in contexts where one wants to show respect towards their mother.
Note: Using 'äiti' in a respectful manner can elevate the tone of the conversation.
Mum's synonyms
silent
Silent means not making or accompanied by any sound.
Example: She remained silent throughout the meeting.
Note: Silent implies a lack of noise or sound, while 'mum' specifically refers to a person who is not speaking or keeping quiet.
quiet
Quiet means making very little noise or sound.
Example: Please be quiet during the exam.
Note: Quiet can refer to a general state of low noise, while 'mum' specifically refers to someone being silent or not speaking.
hush
Hush means to make someone or something quiet or stop making noise.
Example: The teacher hushed the noisy students in the classroom.
Note: Hush is a verb that can be used to quieten someone or something, while 'mum' is a noun referring to silence.
Mum expressions, common phrases
mum's the word
This phrase means to keep silent or keep information confidential.
Example: When asked about the surprise party, Sarah said, 'Mum's the word.'
Note: The phrase 'mum's the word' uses 'mum' in a figurative sense to mean 'keep quiet,' rather than referring to one's mother.
keep mum
This phrase means to remain silent or not speak about something.
Example: She decided to keep mum about the incident to avoid unnecessary drama.
Note: Similar to 'mum's the word,' 'keep mum' also implies keeping information to oneself.
Mum everyday (slang) expressions
mum
Used to describe someone who is silent or not revealing information.
Example: She kept mum about the surprise party.
Note: Same meaning as 'keep mum' or 'mum's the word', but in a concise form.
mum's the term
A play on the idiom 'mum's the word' to mean someone has revealed a secret.
Example: I can't believe he let the cat out of the bag about the promotion.
Note: Combining two phrases 'mum's the word' and 'cat's out of the bag' for a creative expression.
Mum - Examples
My mum is the best cook in the world.
Äitini on paras kokki maailmassa.
I miss my mum so much.
Kaipaan äitiäni niin paljon.
Mum, can you help me with my homework?
Äiti, voitko auttaa minua läksyissä?
Mum grammar
Mum - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: mum
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): mum
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): mums
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): mum
Syllables, Separation and Stress
mum Contains 1 syllables: mum
Phonetic transcription: ˈməm
mum , ˈməm (The red syllable is stressed)
Mum - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
mum: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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