dad

/dæd/ Cách viết khác : (daddy) /'dædi/
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dad

A dad reads a bedtime story to his young child.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An informal term for a father: "Dad" is a familiar, affectionate, and commonly used word for one's male parent. It is often considered to originate from children's early speech patterns.
Usage
  • "Dad" is primarily used in direct address (e.g., "Hi, Dad!") or when referring to one's own father in a casual, personal context.
  • It is a term of endearment and familiarity, contrasting with the more formal "father."
  • It is typically capitalized when used as a proper name in place of the father's given name (e.g., "I asked Dad for advice").
Examples
  • Dad, can you help me with my homework?
Advanced Usage
  • "The dad": Can be used informally to refer to a father figure in a general sense, often highlighting his role.
    • He really stepped up and became the dad the kids needed.
  • Used in compounds to describe a type of father, though these are separate terms:
    • He's such a soccer dad, always driving the team to practice. (Here, "soccer dad" is a compound noun).
Variants and Related Words
  • Daddy (noun): An even more childish or affectionate form of "dad," commonly used by young children.
    • The little girl ran to her daddy.
  • Pop (noun): Another informal synonym for father.
  • Pa (noun): An informal, sometimes old-fashioned, term for father.
Synonyms
  • Father: The standard, more formal term.
  • Papa: An affectionate, sometimes old-fashioned informal term.
Related Phrases
  • Dad joke (noun): A corny or predictable joke, typically of the style said to be told by fathers.
    • He told a classic dad joke about a broken pencil.
  • Stay-at-home dad (noun): A father who is the primary caregiver for his children while the other parent works outside the home.
dad

A dad reads a bedtime story to his young child.

Noun
  1. an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

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