Writing
How to say “dad” in Chinese
爸爸
Father, dad
noun
Character composition
爸
father, dad
爸
father, dad
Radicals / Keys
父
Father
#88 · fù · 4 strokes
Examples
这是我爸爸。
This is my dad.
我爸爸是老师。
My dad is a teacher.
Mnemonic
[bàba-] Barry the Bartender 🎩 runs a café called 爸爸. Every wall is covered with photos of fathers and their kids. Barry pours pumpkin juice for everyone 🎃, and each guest raises a glass and shouts, "To our 爸爸!" The whole café fills with a warm family feeling, and Barry laughs, reminding everyone that dads are always welcome here.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say dad in Mandarin Chinese?
The most common everyday word is 爸爸 (bàba).
What is the difference between 爸爸 and 父亲?
爸爸 is conversational and affectionate. 父亲 (fùqīn) means “father” and is more formal or written.
What is the traditional form of 爸爸?
爸爸 is written the same way in simplified and traditional Chinese.
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