What is 'paternel' called in English?

'paternel' in English is called "Paternal". Paternal refers to: Relatif à un père, ou caractéristique d'un père.

How do you pronounce 'Paternal' and 'paternel'?

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What is an example sentence for Paternal in French?

English: "He showed paternal affection towards his younger brother." | French: "Il a montré une affection paternelle envers son jeune frère."

adjective

English to French Dictionary

paternal Meaning in French (paternal signification en français)

paternel

paternel in English:paternal

Phonetic:patɛʁnɛl

Plural: paternals

Gender:Masculin

Quick Answer • En bref

La signification de paternal en français est paternel. (Relatif à un père, ou caractéristique d'un père.)

Definitions of Paternal

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adjective
paternel
Relating to a father, or characteristic of a father.
Relatif à un père, ou caractéristique d'un père.

Example Sentences

casual

“He showed paternal affection towards his younger brother.”

Il a montré une affection paternelle envers son jeune frère.

business

“The company offers paternal leave benefits to new fathers.”

L'entreprise offre des prestations de congé paternité aux nouveaux pères.

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Synonyms (Synonymes)

In English:

fatherly parental

Antonyms (Antonymes)

In English:

maternal

Inflected Word Forms

nounpaternity

adverbpaternally

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

paternal figurecollocation

An older man who provides guidance and support like a father.

paternal instinctcollocation

A natural protective or nurturing urge felt by a father.