opa
Opa (noun) means an informal, affectionate word for grandfather. Example: “The kids ran to hug Opa as soon as he arrived.”
How to use opa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warm, informal term for "grandpa," used in German-speaking families and beyond.
Word forms
opas plural
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The kids ran to hug _____ as soon as he arrived.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Opa, an affectionate word for grandfather.
Rhymes for opa
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What does “opa” mean?
The word “opa” means an informal, affectionate word for grandfather. In plain terms, a warm, informal term for "grandpa," used in German-speaking families and beyond.
How do you use “opa” in a sentence?
Here is “opa” used in a sentence: “The kids ran to hug Opa as soon as he arrived.”
What part of speech is “opa”?
“Opa” is a noun.
Where does the word “opa” come from?
The word “opa” comes from German. Borrowed from German Opa, an affectionate word for grandfather.
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