dad
Translation
dad, father
Examples
My dad is a doctor.
My dad is a doctor.
Can I ask my dad?
Can I ask my dad?
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) an informal word for father. My dad is coming home soon.
Similar Words
Synonyms: father, pa, pop; Antonyms: mom, mother
Etymology
From Middle English 'dadde', likely of infantile origin.
Memory Tips
Imagine a baby's first words, often 'da-da'. This simple sound is the root of this common word for father.