motherly

UK
/ˈmʌðəli/
US
/ˈmʌðərli/

Translations

motherlyadjective
motherlier
Comp.
motherliest
Super.
UK
/ˈmʌðəli/
US
/ˈmʌðərli/
She gave him a motherly hug.
Она обняла его по-матерински.
Additional translations
материнский (в значении заботливый, нежный)
motherlyadverb
UK
/ˈmʌðəli/
US
/ˈmʌðɚli/
She smiled motherly at the children.
Она по-матерински улыбнулась детям.

Definitions

motherlyadjective
Exhibiting the qualities or characteristics of a mother, such as caring, nurturing, and protective.
She gave him a motherly hug, comforting him after his long day.
motherlyadverb
In a manner characteristic of a mother; with maternal affection or care.
She smiled motherly at the children as they played in the garden.