Spell Bee Word: mom

Basic Details

Word: Mom

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A mother; a female parent who cares for and nurtures her children.

Synonyms: Mother, mama, mum, mommy

Antonyms: Father, dad, papa

Idioms and Phrases

1. Like mother, like daughter: Used when a daughter behaves similarly to her mother. Example: "She loves cooking just like her mom-like mother, like daughter!"
2. Motherly love: The deep, caring affection a mother shows. Example: "Her motherly love comforted him during tough times."

Usage Examples

Example 1: Mom prepared a delicious meal for the family.

Example 2: I always go to my mom for advice.

Example 3: Mom hugged me tightly when I was feeling sad.

Fun Fact

The word "mom" comes from the Latin word "mamma," meaning "breast," which later became a term of endearment for mother.

Famous Quote

"A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take." - Cardinal Meymillod

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "mom" mean?

a) A father
b) A mother
c) A teacher
d) A friend

Answer: b) A mother

2. Which is a synonym of "mom"?

a) Daddy
b) Mama
c) Uncle
d) Brother

Answer: b) Mama

3. Which is an antonym of "mom"?

a) Father
b) Mother
c) Sister
d) Aunt

Answer: a) Father

4. Which sentence uses "mom" correctly?

a) Mom baked a cake for my birthday.
b) Mom runs the street.
c) Mom is flying a plane.
d) Mom is a car.

Answer: a) Mom baked a cake for my birthday.

5. What does "motherly love" mean?

a) Strictness
b) Deep care and affection
c) Indifference
d) Anger

Answer: b) Deep care and affection