noun

mommy

An affectionate word for mother, especially used by children.

The little girl asks her mommy for one more hug.

Etymology

Mommy adds an affectionate ending to mom. The resulting form is especially suited to familiar family speech and children’s address to their mother.

More examples

  • I want my mommy to sit next to me.
  • Mommy, can you help me tie my shoes?
  • Both mommies wave as their children board the school bus.

Forms

mommy · mommies

Similar words

mother
The standard term, suitable for formal and everyday contexts.
mom
An informal term less strongly associated with young children.