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How to Say "This is my mom" in French
Introduce your mother in French with this simple, common phrase. Perfect for family gatherings or meeting new people.
C'est ma mère.
seh mah MEHRneutral
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Use this when you're introducing your mother to someone for the first time, perhaps at a family event or when meeting a friend's parents. It's a straightforward way to identify her.
Alternatives
- Voici ma mère.Slightly more formal, like 'Here is my mother'.
- C'est ma maman.More affectionate and informal, like 'It's my mommy'.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'mère'
The 'è' sound is open, like in 'bet', and the 'r' is soft, made in the back of the throat, not a hard English 'r'.
Gender agreement
'Mère' is feminine, so you must use 'ma' (my), not 'mon'.
A small cultural note
While 'mère' is standard, younger generations or very close family might use the more affectionate 'maman'.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say 'this is my mom' in French?
The most common way is 'C'est ma mère.' This is a neutral and widely understood phrase.
Is 'maman' or 'mère' better for mom?
'Mère' is the standard, more formal term. 'Maman' is more affectionate and informal, like 'mommy' or 'mom'.
What's the difference between 'c'est' and 'voici' for introductions?
'C'est' is very common for identifying someone, like 'It's my mom.' 'Voici' is more like 'Here is my mom,' and can sound a bit more formal.
