Polish · Family & People
ojciec
father
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A formal word for one's male parent.
Example
Ojciec pracuje w banku.
Father works at a bank.
Etymology
'Ojciec' can be traced back to the Proto-Slavic *ottьcь, which indicates father and has cognates in various Slavic languages, reflecting a sense of lineage and authority.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ojciec' is used in formal contexts, often in written texts and slightly less in casual conversations, where 'tata' might be preferred. It has regional recognition throughout Poland.