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mamata

[mah-mah-tah]
nounfemininepl: mamatas
mommy, momma, affectionate term for mother
1. An affectionate or childish term for mother
The little child called out 'Mamata!' when she saw her mother.
A criança pequena gritou 'Mamata!' quando viu sua mãe.
2. A term of endearment used by young children for their mother
Mamata, can you help me with my homework?
Mamata, você pode me ajudar com o dever de casa?
Synonyms
mamãemãemommymama

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
mamata
Commonly used by small children throughout Brazil
Portugal
mamã
Portuguese variant is more commonly used; mamata is less frequent
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