Bengali · Family & People
বাবা
baba
Father
Beginnernoun
Definition
A male parent.
Example
বাবা ব্যাংকে কাজ করেন।
Dad works at a bank.
Etymology
'বাবা' (baba) originates from the Sanskrit 'पिता' (pitā) and has evolved through various regional dialects and languages, where it has come to signify father or an elder male figure.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is used in both formal and informal settings, frequently in spoken language. It conveys respect and affection and is prevalent throughout Bengali communities in India and Bangladesh.
Literary Heritage
The word 'বাবা' is featured in many Bengali literary works and songs, being a common motif in family narratives as well as in religious contexts highlighting paternal figures.