Korean Dictionary
How to say "MAMA" in Korean
“MAMA” in Korean is MAMA (pronounced "MAMA").
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Usage & Context
Mnet Asian Music Awards, one of the biggest K-pop award shows. Prestigious event for Asian artists.
Example Sentence
MAMA에서 상을 받았어요.
They won an award at MAMA.
How to use MAMA naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “MAMA” is MAMA, romanized as MAMA.
Usage tip
Learn this word together with a complete Korean sentence. Meaning often depends on particles, politeness level, and word order.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around MAMA.
Pronunciation Guide
"MAMA" is pronounced just like the English word "mama," with both 'A's sounding like the 'a' in "father." The stress is usually even on both syllables.
More Example Sentences
Speculating about the location of the annual awards show.
올해 MAMA는 어디서 개최될까?
Where will MAMA be held this year?
A fan expressing excitement for the performances.
MAMA 무대는 항상 스케일이 커서 기대돼.
MAMA stages always have a grand scale, so I look forward to them.
Reacting to the awards results.
MAMA에서 좋아하는 그룹이 상을 받아서 기뻤어.
I was happy my favorite group won an award at MAMA.
Cultural Context
MAMA, or Mnet Asian Music Awards, is one of the most anticipated and grandest K-pop award ceremonies, often held in various Asian cities outside of Korea. It's known for its spectacular stages, elaborate collaborations, and often generates buzz (and sometimes controversy) around its award decisions. Winning a Daesang (Grand Prize) at MAMA is a huge honor for any K-pop artist, signifying immense success and influence in the Asian music scene.
Editorial note
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
MAMA 무대
MAMA stage/performance
MAMA 라인업
MAMA lineup
MAMA 티켓
MAMA tickets
Related Expressions
시상식
Sisangsik
Awards ceremony
대상
Daesang
Grand Prize (top award)
본상
Bonsang
Main Prize
연말 시상식
Yeonmal Sisangsik
Year-end awards ceremony
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