father
word
/ˈfɑðɝ/
FAH-thur
/fˈɑːðɐ/
FAH-thuh
Definition
A male parent; a man who has a child or children. It can also refer to a man who takes care of or leads a family.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Often combined with words like 'fatherhood,' 'stepfather,' or 'grandfather.' Not to be confused with 'dad,' which is more informal, or 'daddy,' which is more affectionate and childlike.
Spanish: padrePortuguese (BR): paiPortuguese (PT): paiChinese (Simplified): 父亲Chinese (Traditional): 父親Hindi: पिताArabic: أبBengali: পিতা - বাবাRussian: отецJapanese: 父Vietnamese: chaKorean: 아버지Turkish: babaUrdu: والدIndonesian: ayah - bapak
Example Sentences
My father works in a bank.
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She called her father to ask for advice.
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The father and son went to the park.
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My father always gives the best advice when I'm confused.
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That man is the father of three children.
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I called my father last night to wish him happy birthday.
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