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English - Korean
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.
엄마 (eomma), 엄마 (eomma) - in a casual context, 엄마 (eomma) - as a term of endearment, 엄마 (eomma) - in a respectful context
Mum meanings in Korean
엄마 (eomma)
Example:
I love my mum very much.
나는 엄마를 매우 사랑해.
Mum, can you help me with my homework?
엄마, 숙제 도와줄 수 있어?
Usage: informalContext: Used by children or family members when addressing their mother.
Note: This is the most common and affectionate term for 'mother' in Korean.
엄마 (eomma) - in a casual context
Example:
Mum, I'm coming home!
엄마, 나 집에 가고 있어!
Mum, what's for dinner?
엄마, 저녁에 뭐 먹어요?
Usage: informalContext: Commonly used in casual conversations among family.
Note: The tone is usually warm and familiar.
엄마 (eomma) - as a term of endearment
Example:
I miss my mum.
나는 엄마가 그리워.
Mum, you're the best!
엄마, 당신이 최고야!
Usage: informalContext: Used to express affection and appreciation towards one's mother.
Note: This usage emphasizes emotional connection and love.
엄마 (eomma) - in a respectful context
Example:
My mum always knows what to say.
우리 엄마는 항상 뭐라고 말해야 할지 알아.
I learned so much from my mum.
나는 엄마에게서 많은 것을 배웠어.
Usage: informalContext: Used in discussions about one's mother with respect.
Note: Although informal, this usage acknowledges the mother's wisdom and guidance.
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.
내 엄마는 세상에서 가장 훌륭한 요리사예요.
I miss my mum so much.
나는 엄마가 너무 그리워요.
Mum, can you help me with my homework?
엄마, 숙제 좀 도와줄 수 있어요?
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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