Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
padre
noun
ˈpɑːdreɪ
Definition
A term used in Spanish and Portuguese to refer to a father or a priest.
Examples
- El padre de Juan es muy amable. (John’s father is very kind.)
- El padre en la iglesia dio un gran sermón. (The priest in the church gave a great sermon.)
Meaning
In the context of family, ‘padre’ means father; in a religious context, it refers to a clergyman or priest.
Synonyms
- papá (for father)
- papa (for father)
- clérigo (for priest)
- sacerdote (for priest)