grandpa

UK: ˈɡrænpɑː | US: ˈɡrænpɑː

Definition

  1. n. an informal term for grandfather; the father of one’s parent.

Structure
grand <large, older>pa <father, informal>
Etymology

The word "grandpa" is a colloquial contraction of "grandfather," combining "grand" (from Old French "grant," meaning "great" or "older") and "pa" (a childlike or affectionate term for "father," derived from "papa"). The term reflects familial affection and simplicity, evolving from formal "grandfather" to the more intimate "grandpa."

Examples

  1. My grandpa tells the best stories about his childhood.

  2. We visited grandpa at his farm last weekend.

  3. Grandpa always keeps candy in his pocket for us.

  4. She learned to fish from her grandpa.

  5. Everyone in town knows grandpa because of his kindness.