Also means
mammary gland
Usage Note
Mama without an accent means 'breast' (the anatomical term) or 'mammary gland' in medical contexts. Mamá with an accent is the familiar word for 'mum/mom'. The accent is crucial: la mama (breast) versus la mamá (mum). Learners should note this distinction to avoid awkward errors.
Examples
"El médico examinó la mama izquierda."
Natural Translation
The doctor examined the left breast.
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