Paternité (en. Paternity)

/pa.tɛʁ.ni.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Quality of being a father.
Paternity is a fundamental concept in many cultures.
La paternité est un concept fondamental dans de nombreuses cultures.
Relationship between a father and his child.
Paternity involves responsibilities and duties towards one's child.
La paternité implique des responsabilités et des devoirs envers son enfant.

Etymology

From the Latin 'paternitas', based on 'pater' which means father.

Common Phrases and Expressions

responsible paternity
The concept of a father's commitment to his child.
la paternité responsable
proof of paternity
Genetic analysis to establish parentage.
preuve de paternité
shared paternity
Situation where two parents share parental responsibility.
paternité partagée

Related Words

father
Man who has fathered one or more children.
père
parentage
Link between a parent and their child.
filiation
kinship
Relationship between members of the same family.
parenté

Slang Meanings

Pater
He is a true father to his children.
Il est un vrai pater pour ses enfants.
Papou
My papou always takes me to school.
Mon papou m'emmène toujours à l'école.