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    Padre (en. Father)

    /ˈpädrə/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who is a father or guardian.
    He is a good father to his family.
    Siya ay isang mabuting padre sa kanyang pamilya.
    A person holding a high position in the church, commonly a priest.
    The priest delivered a sermon during the mass.
    Ang padre ay nagbigay ng sermon sa misa.
    A senior member of a religious order.
    The father of the order held a special ritual.
    Ang padre ng orden ay nagdaos ng espesyal na ritwal.

    Etymology

    Originates from the Latin word 'pater' meaning father.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Father of the nation
    A person who has made significant contributions to society.
    Padre ng bayan

    Related Words

    father
    Another term for padre that usually refers to the father of a family.
    ama

    Slang Meanings

    Dad or Father in Catholic context
    Like Father Pio, such a kind priest.
    Parang si Padre Pio, ang bait na pare.
    Drug-related term (dude)
    There are a lot of handouts on the corner, be careful.
    Daming padres sa kanto, ingat ka.
    Buddy or friend
    Come on, dude, let’s go!
    Tara, pare, lakad tayo!