What does Mother knows best mean?

Maternal wisdom (Mom's insight) For example: "Mother knows best, listen! (Mom has wisdom, listen!)"

Where does the slang word Mother knows best come from?

Mother knows best is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Mother knows best

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Mother knows best definition 1

Maternal wisdom (Mom's insight)

"Mother knows best, listen! (Mom has wisdom, listen!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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