noun A2 Elementary

granddad

Granddad (noun) means an informal word for grandfather. Example: “Granddad taught him how to fish when he was six.”

noun

An informal word for grandfather.

"Granddad taught him how to fish when he was six."

A familiar or sometimes mildly dismissive way of addressing an old man, whether or not he is actually a grandfather.

""Watch where you're going, granddad!" the cyclist shouted."

How to use granddad

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA casual, warm word for grandfather.

Common pairings

granddad's chair call granddad

granddads plural

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_____ taught him how to fish when he was six.

Built from "grand-" plus the informal word "dad."

gramps granddaddy grandpa grandfather pops

father dad pa grandfather grandmother pops grandpa gramps

What does “granddad” mean?

The word “granddad” means an informal word for grandfather. In plain terms, a casual, warm word for grandfather.

How do you use “granddad” in a sentence?

Here is “granddad” used in a sentence: “Granddad taught him how to fish when he was six.”

What is another word for “granddad”?

Words with a similar meaning to “granddad” include gramps, granddaddy, grandpa, grandfather and pops.

What part of speech is “granddad”?

“Granddad” is a noun.

How many meanings does “granddad” have?

“Granddad” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal word for grandfather.

Vocabulary lists that include granddad:

father dad pa grandfather grandmother pops grandpa gramps