opa
grandfather
Beginner Noun common
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Pronunciation
/ˈo.paː/
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Cultural Note
Like 'oma', 'opa' is the standard affectionate term. The formal 'grootvader' is virtually never used in daily life. Opa and oma play an important role in Dutch family life and often help with childcare.
📝 Example Sentences
Opa vertelt graag verhalen over vroeger.
Grandpa likes to tell stories about the old days.
Mijn opa is al tachtig jaar oud.
My grandpa is already eighty years old.