papa
dad; daddy
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/pa.pa/
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Cultural Note
Like maman, papa is commonly used by French people of all ages when talking to or about their father. The expression 'fils à papa' (daddy's boy) refers to someone who has had everything handed to them by wealthy parents.
📝 Example Sentences
Papa rentre du travail à sept heures.
Dad comes home from work at seven.
C'est mon papa qui m'a appris à nager.
It's my dad who taught me to swim.