Baba
nounTop 500
/ba-BA/
English Meaning
Father
Synonyms (Eş Anlamlılar)
Commonly Used With (Collocations)
Baba olmakBabacan
Example Sentence in Context
“Babam işte.”
“My dad is at work.”
Word Origin & Etymology
A universal childlike word for father, found across many languages, originating from Proto-Turkic 'aba' or 'baba'.
Cultural Context
The figure of the father commands deep respect. In traditional families, children might kiss their father's hand and touch it to their forehead as a sign of reverence.
Common Idioms & Phrases
“Baba adam”
“A fatherly man (used to describe a generous, reliable, and protective man)”
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