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Pronunciation / Transliteration: mātṛ
"मातृ प्रेम अनमोल होता है।"
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2 senses- 1
Relating to a mother, especially during pregnancy or childbirth.
"The maternal instincts of the animal were evident as it cared for its young." - 2
Having qualities traditionally associated with mothers, such as nurturing and caring.
"Her maternal nature made her a beloved figure in the community."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'maternal' originates from the Latin 'maternalis', which is derived from 'mater', meaning 'mother'. It has evolved through Middle English, maintaining its association with motherhood and maternal qualities throughout its history.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Maternal" is said worldwide
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maternel
Transliteration: ma-ter-nel
"L'instinct maternel est très fort chez certaines espèces."
mütterlich
Transliteration: mü-tter-likh
"Ihr mütterliches Verhalten war offensichtlich."
materno
Transliteration: ma-ter-no
"Il suo istinto materno era evidente."
maternal
Transliteration: ma-ter-nal
"El instinto maternal es fuerte en muchas especies."
materno
Transliteration: ma-ter-no
"O instinto materno é muito forte."
मातृ
Transliteration: mātṛ
"मातृ प्रेम अनमोल होता है।"
母亲的
Transliteration: mǔqīn de
"母亲的本能在她身上表现得淋漓尽致。"
모성의
Transliteration: moseong-ui
"모성 본능은 강력하다."
母性的な
Transliteration: boseiteki na
"母性的な本能は強い。"
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