Dutch · Family & Relationships
de vader
father
Beginnernoun
Definition
A male parent.
Example
Mijn vader werkt hard.
My father works hard.
Etymology
The word 'de vader' comes from the Old Dutch 'fādar', tracing its roots to the Proto-Germanic '*fæðēr', which is related to the concept of paternal lineage in several other Indo-European languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'De vader' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts and is prevalent in spoken language, literature, and media. It is understood universally in Dutch regions.