papá guapo
/papa ɡwapo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "handsome daddy" is translated into Spanish as papá guapo.
This phrase is used to describe a father who is physically attractive.
How do you pronounce it?
/papa ɡwapo/
Did you know?
- The word guapo is linked to the Latin vappa, which referred to 'flat wine' or a 'worthless person'.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, guapo can describe someone who is brave or daring rather than just physically attractive.
- Depending on the social context, calling someone papá guapo can carry a playful or flirtatious undertone rather than a literal familial one.
Examples in context
- Eres un papá guapo.You are a handsome daddy.
- Mi esposo es un papá guapo.My husband is a handsome daddy.
Example conversation
Lucía is looking at a family photo of Alejandro.
- Lucía¿Quién es el hombre de la foto?Who is the man in the photo?
- AlejandroEs mi padre, Alejandro.It is my father, Alejandro.
- LucíaTienes un papá guapo.You have a handsome daddy.
- AlejandroGracias, Lucía, es muy amable.Thank you, Lucía, that is very kind.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries guapo, papá, CC BY-SA 4.0.
