🇰🇷Korean Source WordCode: KO

모성의

Pronunciation / Transliteration: moseong-ui

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Maternal/məˈtɜːrnəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇰🇷 Example Sentence in Korean:

"모성 본능은 강력하다."

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 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. 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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