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papy

granddad, grandpa

noun pah-PEE Rare

Usage Note

papy (also spelled papi) is an affectionate, childlike term for grandfather, equivalent to 'grandpa.' The standard formal word is grand-père. Its counterpart is mamie or mamy for grandmother. These terms are the default in family speech and children's books.

Examples

"Papy m'a raconté une histoire ce soir."

Natural Translation

Grandpa told me a story tonight.

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