buenas noches papi
/bwenas not͡ʃes papi/from spelling rules
The phrase "good night daddy" in Spanish is buenas noches papi.
This phrase is used to wish one's father a good night.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
The term papi is an informal and affectionate term used within families. You can also use the informal phrase Buenas noches, papá. to express the same sentiment.
Did you know?
- The term papi is frequently used as a romantic term of endearment between partners in many Latin American countries, not just for fathers and children.
- Unlike English, where 'good night' is strictly a farewell, buenas noches can also be used as a greeting when arriving at a location after dark.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, a child might call their father papi even as an adult, whereas in English, calling one's father 'daddy' is almost exclusively for young children.
Examples in context
- ¡Buenas noches, papá! Espero que descanses bien.Good night, daddy! I hope you rest well.
- Dulces sueños, papi. Te quiero mucho.Sweet dreams, daddy. I love you very much.
Example conversation
María is going to bed and says goodbye to her father Mateo.
- MaríaYa me voy a dormir. Buenas noches papi.I'm going to sleep now. Good night daddy.
- MateoBuenas noches, María. Que sueñes con los angelitos.Good night, María. Dream with the little angels.
- MaríaGracias, papi. Nos vemos mañana.Thanks, daddy. See you tomorrow.
- MateoSí, descansa. Te quiero.Yes, rest. I love you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
