What is 'paterno' called in English?

'paterno' in English is called "Paternal". Paternal refers to: Relativo a um pai, ou característico de um pai.

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

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What is an example sentence for Paternal in Portuguese?

English: "He showed paternal affection towards his younger brother." | Portuguese: "Ele demonstrou afeição paterna para com o seu irmão mais novo."

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paternal Meaning in Portuguese (paternal significado em português)

paterno

Sinônimos:familiar

paterno in English:paternal

IPA:paˈtɛɾnu

Phonetic:pa-tér-no

Plural: paternos

Gender:Masculino

Quick Answer • Resumo

O significado de paternal em português é paterno. (Relativo a um pai, ou característico de um pai.)

Definitions of Paternal

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adjective
paterno
Relating to a father, or characteristic of a father.
Relativo a um pai, ou característico de um pai.

Example Sentences

casual

“He showed paternal affection towards his younger brother.”

Ele demonstrou afeição paterna para com o seu irmão mais novo.

business

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

A empresa oferece benefícios de licença paternidade para novos pais.

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Synonyms (Sinônimos)

In Portuguese:

paternofamiliar

In English:

fatherly parental

Antonyms (Antônimos)

In Portuguese:

materno

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.