noun
General Slang
jefa
HEH-fah · noun · informal
Mom (affectionate 'the boss')
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Definitions
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Affectionate slang for one's mother; 'jefe' for father.
“Mi jefa siempre cocina delicioso.”
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jefa In A Sentence
Mi jefa siempre cocina delicioso.
Origin & Usage
Literally 'boss' (female); used lovingly for the head of the household.
Variants
jefecita
People Also Ask
What does jefa mean?
Literally 'boss' (female), jefa is affectionate Mexican slang for one's mother; 'jefe' refers to one's father.
Why do Mexicans call their mom jefa?
It playfully casts mom as the boss or head of the household, a term of respect and affection.
Is it rude to call your mother jefa?
No, it's warm and affectionate slang, not disrespectful; 'mi jefecita' is even more endearing.
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