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How do you write mom in Chinese?

There are two ways to write "mom" in Chinese, depending on the dialect and context:

1. 妈妈 (māma)

* This is the most common way to write "mom" in Mandarin Chinese, the most widely spoken dialect.

* It is pronounced "ma-ma" with the tone on the first syllable being the second tone (rising) and the tone on the second syllable being the first tone (high).

2. 母亲 (mǔqīn)

* This is a more formal and literary way to write "mom."

* It literally means "mother" and is pronounced "moo-cheen."

You would typically use "妈妈" in casual conversation, while "母亲" might be used in more formal settings like writing or addressing someone respectfully.

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