How to Say ‘For Dad’ in Simplified Chinese
给爸的
gěi bà de
[gay bà de]
🇨🇳 In China: Calling your partner's father simply 爸 "Dad" is normal after marriage. It sounds affectionate, and in-laws usually appreciate it.
Phrase Breakdown
给
gěi
[gay]
for; to give to
Indicates the action is done for someone.
我给你做一杯中烘的。
I’ll make you a cup of medium roast.
爸
bà
[bà]
dad
Informal word for father; also used for father-in-law.
爸，我回来了。
Dad, I'm back.
的
de
[de]
(emphasis particle)
Used in 是…的 to emphasize a detail such as recipient or purpose.
这本书是给你的。
This book is for you.
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