Dad in Tagalog

“Dad” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Tatay,” “Itay,” “Papa,” or “Ama,” depending on the level of formality and regional usage—whether using an affectionate term, a formal word, or a casual nickname for father. These terms reflect the warm family relationships in Filipino culture. Explore the different ways to say “dad” in Tagalog and see how they’re used in everyday conversations below.

Dad /dæd/

• Noun 1: An informal term for father, used affectionately by children and family members.
• Noun 2: A male parent who has a child or children.
• Noun 3: A fatherly figure or someone who acts in a paternal role.

Tagalog Synonyms: Tatay, Itay, Papa, Ama, Daddy, Tay, Pare (informal/affectionate)

Example Sentences:

• EN: My dad taught me how to ride a bicycle when I was seven years old.
  
  PH: Itinuro sa akin ng aking tatay kung paano magbisikleta noong pito akong taong gulang.
• EN: Can you ask your dad if we can borrow his car this weekend?
  
  PH: Maaari mo bang tanungin ang iyong papa kung maaari nating hiramin ang kanyang kotse ngayong katapusan ng linggo?
• EN: Her dad works as an engineer at a construction company downtown.
  
  PH: Ang kanyang tatay ay nagtatrabaho bilang inhinyero sa isang kumpanya ng konstruksiyon sa sentro ng lungsod.
• EN: Every Sunday, dad cooks his special adobo for the entire family.
  
  PH: Tuwing Linggo, nagluluto ang itay ng kanyang espesyal na adobo para sa buong pamilya.
• EN: I called my dad to wish him a happy birthday and thank him for everything.
  
  PH: Tinawagan ko ang aking ama upang batiin siya ng maligayang kaarawan at pasalamatan sa lahat ng bagay.