papa
The English word "daddy" is translated into Igbo as papa.
papa is an informal noun used to refer to a father, often in a childish context.
Meaning: (informal, usually childish) father (noun)
Did you know?
- The word papa in Igbo is a loanword from English, reflecting the historical influence of colonial education and missionary contact in Southeast Nigeria.
- In some Igbo cultural contexts, calling a man papa or a similar term of endearment can be a way to show respect to an older man who is not your biological father.
- The term nna is often used in religious contexts to refer to God, as in Nna anyị nke nọ n'igwe for 'Our Father who art in heaven'.
Examples in context
- Papa na-abịa.Daddy is coming.
- I nwere ike ịkpọ papa m.You can call my papa.
- Papa gwara m ihe.Daddy told me something.
Example conversation
Chioma is telling Emeka that their father has arrived home.
- EmekaChioma, gaa kpọọ papa.Chioma, go call daddy.
- ChiomaPapa abiala n'ụlọ.Daddy has come home.
- EmekaEbee ka ọ nọ?Where is he?
- ChiomaPapa nọ n'ሎbi.Daddy is in the living room.
