When to Capitalize Mom

When to Capitalize Mom

Is Mom a proper noun?

Capitalize Mom and Dad as a Proper Noun

When you’re referring to a specific person, you may be using the proper noun form. In this case, you would capitalize the words “mom” and “dad.” One easy way to tell if a word is a proper noun is to substitute the word for a person’s name.

Is it mom and Dad or Dad and mom?

Mom and Dad is a common familiar term used to refer to one’s parents, in American English. In British English, it would be Mum and Dad.
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