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Forefather

usgb/ˈfɔːrfɑːðər/Volume
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Historical Respect

Use 'forefather' to express respect for ancestors' historical achievements or struggles.

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We owe our modern rights to the vision of our forefathers.
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Generational Distance

'Forefather' implies a distant past, not a recent ancestor like a grandfather.

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The traditions left by our forefathers are still followed centuries later.
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Male Ancestors

Although 'forefather' can refer to both genders, it traditionally signifies male ancestors.

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Inherited skills, such as craftsmanship, are often attributed to our forefathers.
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