No. 1,952 in Portuguese
pai
Father.
In a sentence
Meu pai me ensinou a importância da honestidade.
My father taught me the importance of honesty.
The word 'pai' is used in its primary meaning, referring to the biological or legal male parent.
O senhor João é considerado o pai da literatura moderna em nosso país.
Mr. João is considered the father of modern literature in our country.
The word 'pai' metaphorically refers to someone as a founding or pioneering figure in a discipline or field.
Ele foi escolhido pai do ano pela comunidade local.
He was chosen father of the year by the local community.
The word 'pai' is used to highlight an exemplary role as a father within a social recognition context.
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