# How to Say “mother” in Italian

**madre** /mˈadre/: mother

## Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “madre” is /mˈadre/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

## Context

This phrase belongs to the [My World](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/vocabulary/my-world.md) category. It is suitable for beginners.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How do you pronounce "madre" in Italian?

The IPA pronunciation is /mˈadre/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

### What does "madre" mean in English?

"madre" translates to "mother" in English. It belongs to the My World category.

### Is "madre" formal or informal in Italian?

This is a commonly used expression in everyday Italian conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

## More My World Phrases

- ["father" → padre](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/father.md): /pˈadre/
- ["brother" → fratello](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/brother.md): /fratˈɛllo/
- ["my brother" → mio fratello](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/my-brother.md): /mˌio fratˈɛllo/
- ["your sister" → tua sorella](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/your-sister.md): /tˌʊa sorˈɛlla/
- ["his/her mother" → sua madre](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/hisher-mother.md): /sˌʊa mˈadre/
- ["tall" → alto](https://useorphi.com/learn/italian/how-to-say/tall.md): /ˈalto/

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