Padre

/ˈpɑːdreɪ/
noun

A religious man who serves a Christian church, often referred to as a priest or father in some Christian traditions.

He went to see the padre for some guidance.
Visual representation of "padre" - A religious man who serves a Christian church, often referred to as a priest or father in some Christian traditions.

Often appears as...

  • talk to the padre
  • padre in church
noun

Used by soldiers as a term of address for a chaplain in the military.

The soldiers gathered around the padre for a prayer before battle.
Visual representation of "padre" - Used by soldiers as a term of address for a chaplain in the military.

Often appears as...

  • military padre
  • ask the padre

Usage tips

Colloquial

noun

A term used to address or refer to one's father in Spanish.

Hola, padre. ¿Cómo estás?
Visual representation of "padre" - A term used to address or refer to one's father in Spanish.

Often appears as...

  • my padre
  • hello padre
noun

A religious man who serves a Christian church, often referred to as a priest or father in some Christian traditions.

He went to see the padre for some guidance.
Visual representation of "padre" - A religious man who serves a Christian church, often referred to as a priest or father in some Christian traditions.

Often appears as...

  • talk to the padre
  • padre in church
noun

Used by soldiers as a term of address for a chaplain in the military.

The soldiers gathered around the padre for a prayer before battle.
Visual representation of "padre" - Used by soldiers as a term of address for a chaplain in the military.

Often appears as...

  • military padre
  • ask the padre

Usage tips

Colloquial

noun

A term used to address or refer to one's father in Spanish.

Hola, padre. ¿Cómo estás?
Visual representation of "padre" - A term used to address or refer to one's father in Spanish.

Often appears as...

  • my padre
  • hello padre
Definition 1 of 3
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Religious Context

Used specifically in a Christian religious setting, often Catholic.

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The padre held mass every Sunday.
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Respectful Address

Conveys respect when addressing a priest, similar to 'Father'.

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Padre, may I ask you a question?
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Guidance Seeker

Implies seeking advice or spiritual guidance from a priest.

Illustration for Guidance Seeker
She visited the padre after the service.
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Religious Context

Used specifically in a Christian religious setting, often Catholic.

Illustration for Religious Context
The padre held mass every Sunday.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Respectful Address

Conveys respect when addressing a priest, similar to 'Father'.

Illustration for Respectful Address
Padre, may I ask you a question?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Guidance Seeker

Implies seeking advice or spiritual guidance from a priest.

Illustration for Guidance Seeker
She visited the padre after the service.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Religious Context

Used specifically in a Christian religious setting, often Catholic.

Illustration for Religious Context
The padre held mass every Sunday.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Respectful Address

Conveys respect when addressing a priest, similar to 'Father'.

Illustration for Respectful Address
Padre, may I ask you a question?
LampPro Tip 3/3

Guidance Seeker

Implies seeking advice or spiritual guidance from a priest.

Illustration for Guidance Seeker
She visited the padre after the service.
Visual representation of the word "Padre"

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