Portuguese translation of father is 
pai

Example Sentences with the Word "Father" in English

Sentence in English: My father taught me how to ride a bike.
(Translation in Portuguese: Meu pai me ensinou a andar de bicicleta.)

Sentence in English: His father works as an engineer.
(Translation in Portuguese: Seu pai trabalha como engenheiro.)

Sentence in English: She called her father to wish him a happy birthday.
(Translation in Portuguese: Ela ligou para o pai para desejar um feliz aniversário.)

Sentence in English: The father and son spent the day fishing together.
(Translation in Portuguese: O pai e o filho passaram o dia pescando juntos.)

Sentence in English: Her father is a very kind and generous person.
(Translation in Portuguese: Seu pai é uma pessoa muito gentil e generosa.)

Sentence in English: Father always makes the best pancakes on Sundays.
(Translation in Portuguese: O pai sempre faz as melhores panquecas aos domingos.)

Sentence in English: He looked up to his father as a role model.
(Translation in Portuguese: Ele admirava seu pai como um exemplo a seguir.)

Sentence in English: The young boy ran to his father with excitement.
(Translation in Portuguese: O menino correu para o pai com entusiasmo.)

Sentence in English: Father gave me advice about my career.
(Translation in Portuguese: O pai me deu conselhos sobre minha carreira.)

Sentence in English: They honor their late father every year.
(Translation in Portuguese: Eles homenageiam o falecido pai todos os anos.)

Meaning of "Father" and "pai"

The word "Father" in English refers to a male parent or someone who plays a paternal role in the life of a child. It often implies respect, guidance, and care. The Portuguese equivalent, "pai," carries the same meanings and is used similarly to refer to a male parent, usually embodying qualities of protection, love, and responsibility within the family.

Pronunciation of "Father" and "pai"

Pronunciation of "Father" in English:

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈfɑː.ðər/

Pronunciation Variations: In some dialects, such as British English, the "a" in "father" is pronounced with a broader sound, while in American English it tends to be more open. Regional accents may slightly vary this sound.

Pronunciation of "pai" in Portuguese:

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈpai/

Pronunciation Variations: In Portuguese, "pai" is pronounced similarly in both Brazilian and European Portuguese, with a clear, strong sound on the "ai," though the emphasis may vary slightly depending on the region.

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words in English

Synonyms: dad, papa, patriarch, old man

Antonyms: mother

Similar Words: parent, guardian, caregiver

Synonyms, Antonyms, and Similar Words in Portuguese

Synonyms: papai, genitor, patriarca

Antonyms: mãe

Similar Words: responsável, guardião, provedor

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