padre/madre /pˈaðɾeβˈaramˈaðɾe/ · noun · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "parent".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: padre/madre
  • Language: Spanish
  • Meaning: parent
  • IPA: /pˈaðɾeβˈaramˈaðɾe/
  • CEFR Level: A2
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Image:Photo of padre/madre (Spanish)

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Example Sentences

  • Mis padres viven cerca de mi casa. English: My parents live near my house.
  • Cada padre quiere lo mejor para sus hijos. English: Every parent wants the best for their children.
  • Los padres ayudan a los niños con la tarea. English: Parents help the children with their homework.

When and How to Use "padre/madre"

Use "padre/madre" when you want to talk about "parent" in Spanish. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in A2 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your Spanish study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "padre/madre" mean in Spanish?

"padre/madre" is the Spanish word for "parent".

What CEFR level is "padre/madre"?

"padre/madre" is tagged at CEFR A2 in SmartWords Spanish vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "padre/madre"?

"padre/madre" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "padre/madre" in a sentence?

Mis padres viven cerca de mi casa.

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