親父
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Base noun form. Used informally to refer to one's own father, an older man, or a boss. Often implies familiarity or affection.
Theme
User and their coworker Taro are chatting during a break about family and work life. Taro mentions his father, and they share stories.
親父
おやじ
one's father / old man / one's boss
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine an 'old man' who is your father and also your boss — he's the '親父' (oyaji, 'one's father / Old man / Boss'). Think: 'Oyaji sounds like 'old guy' — your father or boss!'
Cultural Note
『親父』 (oyaji) is an informal, sometimes affectionate term for one's father, often used in casual speech or media. It can also refer to an older male boss or authority figure, reflecting respect or familiarity in workplace or gangster contexts.
Forms
Base: 親父Base noun form. Used informally to refer to one's own father, an older man, or a boss. Often implies familiarity or affection.