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母爱

mǔ'ài
noun★Intermediate💡 maternal love
formal

The love and affection a mother feels for her child or children.

母爱能够给予孩子无限的力量。

Maternal love can give children infinite strength.

她用母爱包容了孩子所有的错误。

She embraced all of her child's mistakes with maternal love.

💡

Often used in literature, psychology, and everyday speech to describe the unconditional and selfless love of a mother.

Collocations

母爱伟大great maternal love母爱无私selfless maternal love感受母爱feel maternal love母爱如山maternal love is as great as a mountain

Synonyms

母性之爱慈母之爱

Antonyms

父爱

Related Phrases

母爱如水phrase
maternal love is gentle and nurturing like water
母爱深似海phrase
maternal love is as deep as the ocean

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, 母爱 is highly revered and often symbolizes the ultimate form of selfless love. It is a common theme in traditional stories and proverbs, reflecting the Confucian value of filial piety and family bonds.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage in Sentences

母爱 typically appears as a noun in sentences. It is often followed by verbs like 表现 (show), 体现 (embody), or 感受 (feel). Example: '母亲用行动表现了母爱。' (The mother showed maternal love through her actions.)

📖Word Origin

Composed of 母 (mǔ, mother) and 爱 (ài, love), reflecting the deep bond between a mother and her child. The term emphasizes the nurturing and protective nature of a mother's love.

📝Usage Notes

母爱 is a compound noun that is widely used in both spoken and written Chinese. It carries strong emotional connotations and is often associated with selflessness, sacrifice, and unconditional support. The term is frequently used in poetry, literature, and everyday conversations to describe the profound love a mother has for her children.

Word Breakdown

母
mother
root
+
爱
love
root
汉英词典

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