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die Mom
mom
A colloquial term borrowed from English for mother.
example
Meine Mom hat mir zum Geburtstag ein neues Handy geschenkt.
My mom gave me a new phone for my birthday.
die Mom
mom
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Meanings
Usage tips
Register and style
'Mom' is a loanword from English and is used mainly in colloquial language. In formal situations or written correspondence, the word is uncommon.
EXAMPLE
Ich frage mal meine Mom, ob sie mich abholen kann.
I'll ask my mom whether she can pick me up.
Typical usage
The word is almost always used with a possessive pronoun such as 'meine' (my), 'deine' (your), or 'seine' (his). It rarely stands alone.
EXAMPLE
Deine Mom macht den besten Kuchen!
Your mom makes the best cake!
Cultural context
The use of 'Mom' can be perceived as very modern or youthful. Older people or people in more formal circles use this word less often.
EXAMPLE
Die Teenagerin schreibt ihrer Mom eine kurze Nachricht.
The teenage girl writes her mom a short message.
Compare with
Mom vs Mutter
mother / nut
'Mutter' and 'Mom' can refer to the same person. 'Mutter' is the normal German word and fits everyday life, school, government offices, and more serious conversations. 'Mom' is colloquial and borrowed from English. It sounds more casual and is used mainly in private or youth-oriented contexts. Learners may confuse the words because both feel family-related. If you want to speak neutrally and safely, 'Mutter' is usually more appropriate. 'Mom' fits better when a personal, casual tone is intended.
Mom
Nach der Schule schreibt Lena ihrer Mom eine kurze Nachricht.
After school, Lena sends her mom a short message.
Mutter
Ihre Mutter ruft im Büro an, weil sie eine wichtige Frage hat.
Her mother calls the office because she has an important question.
In real life
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