This is the 1952nd most frequent Portuguese word.
pai
Father.
The word 'pai' is used in its primary meaning, referring to the biological or legal male parent.
Meu pai me ensinou a importância da honestidade.
My father taught me the importance of honesty.
The word 'pai' metaphorically refers to someone as a founding or pioneering figure in a discipline or field.
O senhor João é considerado o pai da literatura moderna em nosso país.
Mr. João is considered the father of modern literature in our country.
The word 'pai' is used to highlight an exemplary role as a father within a social recognition context.