お父

おとう
Alternative writings: 御父
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An informal, shortened way a child may call their father (short for お父さん). Used at home or between close people; sometimes used to refer to one's husband.

NounHonorific or Respectful (Sonkeigo) LanguageFamiliar LanguageAbbreviation

Examples

お父、あのね、学校でいいことがあったよ。

Dad — guess what, something good happened at school.

お父、今日は早く帰ってくる?

Dad, will you come home early today?

お父は今出かけているから、あとで電話してみるよ。

My father has gone out now, so I'll try calling him later.

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