Father in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'father' is 'padre', pronounced PAH-dreh (IPA: /ˈpadɾe/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: padres).
Pronunciation: PAH-dreh
| Spanish | padre |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | PAH-dreh · /ˈpadɾe/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | padres |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'padre'
- Mi padre cocina los domingos.
My father cooks on Sundays. - El padre de mi amiga es médico.
My friend's father is a doctor. - Mis padres viven en Madrid.
My parents live in Madrid. - Voy a llamar a mi padre esta noche.
I'm going to call my father tonight.
Common Phrases with 'padre'
- ¡Qué padre!
How cool! (Mexico)
How to Use 'padre'
The plural 'padres' usually means 'parents' (mother and father), not 'fathers' — 'mis padres' = my parents. 'Papá' is the normal word for addressing him directly.
Regional note: In Mexico, 'padre' is also a colloquial adjective meaning 'cool': '¡Qué padre!'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Father' in Spanish is 'padre', pronounced PAH-dreh.
It is spelled p-a-d-r-e.
'Padre' is masculine: you say 'el padre'.
The plural of 'padre' is 'padres'.
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