Greek · Family & People
παππούς
pappoús
Grandfather
Beginnernoun · masculine
Definition
The father of your parent.
Example
Ο παππούς μου λέει ιστορίες.
My grandpa tells stories.
Etymology
'Παππούς' (pappoús) comes from the informal term for grandfather, with possible roots in the older term 'πατήρ' contributing to familial language. Reflective of affection, its usage varies regionally but remains understood across Greece.
How & Where It’s Used
'παππούς' is predominantly used in informal and familial contexts, often marked by affection. It is spoken frequently in homes and appears in children's literature.