How to Pronounce Mothership

To pronounce "mothership", say MOTH-ersh-ip — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

MOTH-ersh-ip

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💡 Tip for remembering “mothership”

"mothership" has 3 syllables: moth-ersh-ip.

What does mothership mean?

noun

  1. A vessel or aircraft that serves or carries a smaller vessel or vessels that operate independently from it.
  2. Fond term of address for one's mother.

noun

  1. The state of being a mother; motherhood

Related words

tankershipspaceshipstarshipreplenishmenttendermothermotherment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mothership"?▾

"Mothership" has 3 syllables: moth · ersh · ip.

What does "mothership" mean?▾

Mothership: A vessel or aircraft that serves or carries a smaller vessel or vessels that operate independently from it.

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