Portuguese · Family & People
Avô
[/aˈvo/]
Grandfather
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
The father of one's father or mother.
Pai do pai ou da mãe de alguém.
Example
Meu avô conta histórias incríveis.
My grandfather tells incredible stories.
Etymology
'Avô' comes from the Latin 'avus', which refers to grandfather. The term has ancestral significance and denotes lineage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Avô' is utilized in both spoken and written Portuguese across various registers, often conveying affection in familial settings.