English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "lost my mother" Mean?
Learn what "lost my mother" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Neutral
Soft
Explain
I lost my mother when I was just
This is a personal explanation of a past loss during adolescence.
From The Marriage Contract, Episode 56
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker is talking about losing their mother when they were starting high school.
Usage Scenario
Use this when telling a personal backstory or explaining why something affected you. It is emotional and not a casual everyday phrase.
Better ways to say it
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I lost my mother when I started high school.
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I lost my mother in high school.
3
I lost my mother when I was young.
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