Word
motherhood
Phoneticsmoth·er·hood, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈməðɝˌhʊd/
UK/mˈʌðəhˌʊd/
Definitions
01state of being a mother
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the experience or condition of being a mother.
n. the state, condition, or experience of being a mother. Uncountable in its abstract sense.
Español:maternidad
“She found that motherhood changed her perspective on what was truly important.”
“The transition into motherhood often involves a profound shift in identity and a re-evaluation of professional priorities.”
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02mothers as a group
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. all mothers considered together as a group in society.
n. mothers collectively; the entire body of women who are mothers. Often used in sociological or political contexts.
“The new policy was designed to support motherhood across the country.”
“The candidate's speech was carefully crafted to appeal to motherhood, emphasizing family values and improved childcare subsidies.”
Etymology
From Middle English moderhode, moderhede, equivalent to mother + -hood.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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