Mother being called “Amma”

Q: Assalaamu alaikum

I will like to know if it’s ok for a muslim child to call his/her mother amma or is ummi more appropriate?
I know in the Hindi language amma can refer to one’s mother
Jazakallah in advance


A: wa alaikum salaam,

Both words can be used to call one’s mother. However Ummi is more appropriate.

And Allah Knows Best.

Mufti Waseem Khan.

Date: 5/11/11/2013