Dad
Dad
Dad (pronounced /dæd/), also known as father, is a term used to refer to a male parent or guardian. The term is derived from the Old English 'fæder', related to the Dutch 'vader' and German 'Vater'.
Etymology
The word "Dad" is a common term used in English-speaking countries, and its origins are believed to be from the Welsh word 'tad', which also means father. The term was first recorded in English sometime in the 1500s, but its usage was likely common in spoken English for some time before this.
Related Terms
- Parent: A person who has a child or children.
- Father: A male parent.
- Guardian: A person who is legally responsible for someone who is unable to manage their own affairs, especially a child whose parents have died.
- Paternity: The state of being someone's father.
- Progenitor: An ancestor or parent.
- Sire: A male parent of an animal, especially a stallion or bull kept for breeding.
Pronunciation
In English, "Dad" is pronounced as /dæd/. The 'a' is pronounced like the 'a' in 'apple', and the 'd' is pronounced like the 'd' in 'dog'.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dad
- Wikipedia's article - Dad
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