<p>Which would be better to use in an admissions essay? Are there any connotations associated with each word, or would it not matter?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Use mom. You want it to sound genuine, like you’re talking to someone.</p>
<p>Would others agree with this?</p>
<p>I honestly think it doesn’t matter. Go with mother if you’re at all concerned about the minute chance that someone thinks mom is too informal.</p>
<p>Use what you use in everyday speech.</p>