мати

This is the 235th most frequent Ukrainian word.


мати

The Ukrainian word "мати" means "mother" or "to have," depending on context.


In this sentence, 'мати' means 'to have', indicating possession.

Я маю книгу.

I have a book.


Here, 'мати' refers to 'mother', indicating a familial relationship.

Мати працює вчителем.

Mother works as a teacher.


In this context, 'мати' (in its negative form) denotes the lack of possession, specifically of time in this sentence.

Не мати часу означає бути зайнятим.

Not having time means being busy.