noun
poppa
PO-puh
Poppa (noun) means an informal, affectionate word for father. Example: “She ran to give her poppa a hug at the airport.”
noun
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An informal, affectionate word for father.
"She ran to give her poppa a hug at the airport."
How to use poppa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA childlike, affectionate way of saying "dad".
When to use it
Informal and mainly spoken; used by young children or as a term of endearment.
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Word forms
- Plural
- poppas
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Etymology
A casual variant spelling of "papa".
Rhymes for poppa
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What does “poppa” mean?
The word “poppa” means an informal, affectionate word for father. In plain terms, a childlike, affectionate way of saying "dad".
How do you pronounce “poppa”?
“Poppa” is pronounced PO-puh (/ˈpɒpə/ in IPA).
How do you use “poppa” in a sentence?
Here is “poppa” used in a sentence: “She ran to give her poppa a hug at the airport.”
What part of speech is “poppa”?
“Poppa” is a noun.
