Mata
माता
MAH-tah
Mata (माता) is a Hindi-origin word used in Indian English, meaning mother; a term of respect for female deities. In crosswords it is the 4-letter answer MATA (4).
Appears as an answer in MG Mini #810.
Meaning & usage
In Hindi and several Indian languages, 'Mata' means mother and is often used as a term of endearment or respect. It is also commonly used to refer to female deities in Hinduism, such as 'Mata Durga' or 'Mata Saraswati'. The term embodies reverence and affection, highlighting the cultural significance of motherhood and femininity in Indian society.
In a sentence
The devotees gathered to seek blessings from Mata Durga during the festival.
Mata as a crossword answer
Mata is a 4-letter answer. A typical clue:
“Mother; a term of respect for female deities” (4)
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