お袋
おふくろ
ofukuro
nounVocabularyExtra vocab 3 — supplementary
Quick answer
お袋 (おふくろ (ofukuro)) means "Mom". It is read おふくろ (ofukuro). This page covers its usage with example sentences.
Meaning
Mom
Also : Mother · One's mother
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Example Sentences
お袋は毎日、家族のために料理をしてくれた。
おふくろはまいにち、かぞくのためにりょうりをしてくれた。
My mom made meals for the family every day.
昔、お袋は本当に強い人だったと思う。
むかし、おふくろはほんとうにつよいひとだったとおもう。
I think my old man was a truly strong person.
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Last updated Jun 17, 2026
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