Padre Definition & Meaning

padre
noun
  1. a chaplain in one of the military services
  2. `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military

"Padre" in song lyrics

See how padre is used in real songs:

  • "And I'm comin to yo' casa for your madre and padre"
    ASAP Rocky f/ Main Attrakionz, Ol' Dirty Bastard — Leaf
  • "I'm shod-dy, I'm swingin it like a San Diego Padre"
    Das EFX — East Coast
  • "Chinga tu madre dile a tu padre"
    Dyablo f/ Mr. Shadow — Dyablo

Usage tips for "padre"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "padre" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for padre to find words that pair well.

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