motherhood — the state or experience of being a mother
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state or experience of being a mother
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmʌðərˌhʊd/
Example Sentences
- She discovered that motherhood was like being a superhero with no cape and no sleep.
- The transition to motherhood brought unexpected challenges and profound joy.
- Modern motherhood often involves juggling career aspirations with family responsibilities.
motherhood
NOUN[/ˈmʌðərˌhʊd/]
the state or experience of being a mother
Motherhood means quiet 3 a.m. moments cradling a sleepy newborn.
Motherhood blooms in the neighborhood, building sisterhood!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Motherhood derives from Old English 'mōdor' (mother) combined with the suffix '-hood', which denotes a state or condition. The word emerged to express the status, role, and experience of being a mother.
Breakdown
mother (from Old English mōdor, feminine parent) + -hood (suffix indicating state, condition, or quality).
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📝Examples
“She discovered that motherhood was like being a superhero with no cape and no sleep.”
“The transition to motherhood brought unexpected challenges and profound joy.”
“Modern motherhood often involves juggling career aspirations with family responsibilities.”
“She realized that motherhood came with a built-in GPS system: always knowing when kids are up to something suspicious.”
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