English Expression · Advanced
mama shop
In Singapore, a small convenience shop run by its owner, sometimes on the open ground floor of an apartment block
Pronunciation: /ˈmɑmɑ ˌʃɒp/
Meaning
In Singapore, a small convenience shop run by its owner, sometimes on the open ground floor of an apartment block.
Example
She bought bread at the mama shop beneath her apartment block.
She bought bread at the mama shop beneath her apartment block.
Practice tips
- Practice mama shop out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.