親父
おやじ
oyaji
nounVocabularyExtra vocab 5 — supplementary
Quick answer
親父 (おやじ (oyaji)) means "Dad". It is read おやじ (oyaji). This page covers its usage with example sentences.
Meaning
Dad
Also : father · old man
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Example Sentences
うちの親父は毎日朝5時に起きる。
うちのおやじはまいにちあさ5じにおきる。
My old man wakes up at 5 a.m. every morning.
親父は厳しい人だが、本当は優しい心を持っている。
おやじはきびしいひとだが、ほんとうはやさしいこころをもっている。
My father is strict, but truly has a kind heart.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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