Papa/ˈpɑːpə/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Child's Perspective Use 'papa' when seen through a child's eyes, showing innocence or affection. When I was little, papa would read stories to me. Pro Tip 2/3Shows Affection 'Papa' expresses fondness and can sound more personal than 'father'. Papa, can you help me with my homework? Pro Tip 3/3Familiar Setting Best used in personal, casual, or family-related contexts, not formal ones. At dinner, we always waited for papa to start eating.