noun
General Slang
mumma
MUH-muh · noun · informal
Mother; mum
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Definitions
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Mother or mum; also 'madda'. A term of affection and respect.
“Mi a go check mi mumma.”
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mumma In A Sentence
Mi a go check mi mumma.
Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois form of English 'mother'.
People Also Ask
What does 'mumma' mean in Jamaican Patois?
It simply means mother or mum, used affectionately and respectfully.
What is the difference between 'mumma' and 'madda'?
They mean the same thing — both are Patois words for mother. 'Madda' is another common spelling and pronunciation.
How do you say mother in Jamaican Patois?
You can say 'mumma' or 'madda', both meaning mother or mum.
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