pa
Translation
pa, dad
Examples
My pa taught me how to fish.
My pa taught me how to fish.
Pa, can you help me with this?
Pa, can you help me with this?
Grammar Patterns
((my pa)) my father My pa is a doctor.
((Pa, ...)) used to address one's father Pa, I'm home.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dad, father, pop.
Etymology
A shortened, informal form of 'papa', which comes from child's speech.
Memory Tips
'Pa' is a short, simple sound, like a child's first word for their father. It's the first half of 'papa'.