Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maternidade
noun
ma-ter-ni-da-de
Definition
Maternidade is the Portuguese word for motherhood or the state of being a mother. It often refers to the qualities or experiences associated with motherhood, including care, nurturing, and the emotional bonds formed between a mother and her children.
Examples
- The experiência da maternidade é única e transformadora.
- Na maternidade, as mães aprendem a amar incondicionalmente.
- A maternidade pode trazer desafios, mas também muitas alegrias.
Meaning
The term encompasses both the biological aspects of giving birth and the emotional and social roles that mothers play in the lives of their children.
Synonyms
- maternage
- maternidade
- matria