🇧🇩 Bengali phrases

How to Say "Mother" in Bengali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
মা
"Mother" in Bengali · say it like mah

The most natural way to say "Mother" in Bengali is মা. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

মা (Ma)
This is the most common and affectionate term.
মা (Maa)
Used in some regions for emphasis or affection.

When to use it

Use 'মা' when referring to your mother or speaking about mothers in general. It is a term of endearment and respect. You can use it in both formal and informal contexts. It is common in everyday conversations among family and friends.

Say it out loud, get corrected

Reading it is not the same as saying it. Practice "Mother" and thousands more with an AI coach that listens.

Examples in Bengali

BengaliEnglish
মা, তুমি কেমন আছো?Mother, how are you?
আমার মা খুব ভালো রান্না করেন।My mother cooks very well.
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'মা' with 'মা' (Maa) as a different word, but they are essentially the same.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear মা, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Bengali with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a formal way to address my mother?

In Bengali, 'মা' is both informal and formal, so it is appropriate in all contexts.

Learn Bengali by speaking it

Two free conversations. No card needed.