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| | | English translation:Be careful... | Explanation:
mamacita (not mamasita), means "little mother" (that you cannot use in english), OK... but is also quiet vulgar when you want to have an "affaire" with some "chick" (excuse my english)... so, I don't advise you to use "mamacita": rather "próxima mamá" or "futura mamá".
Good luck.
Juan Jacob, México. |
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13 mins confidence:  see explanation
Explanation:
an expentant mother is a "futura mamá" in Spanish.
Mamacita is either a diminutive for mamá (mother), or a word used by guys when they see a good-looking woman.
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14 mins confidence: peer agreement (net): +1 I suggest to use "mami" (mommy) instead
Explanation:
Hello Les,
In México, the word 'mamacita' is a term of endearment used among very close relatives. For instance from son to mother. But it's also used to call a gorgeous girl in the street; so, to be sure, if you want to use a word in Spanish, use "mami" (mommy) instead.
Good luck from Oso ¶:^)
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18 mins confidence: peer agreement (net): +5 Be careful...
Explanation:
mamacita (not mamasita), means "little mother" (that you cannot use in english), OK... but is also quiet vulgar when you want to have an "affaire" with some "chick" (excuse my english)... so, I don't advise you to use "mamacita": rather "próxima mamá" or "futura mamá".
Good luck.
Juan Jacob, México.
| Juan Jacob
Local time: 09:25
Native speaker of: Spanish, French
PRO pts in pair: 400
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