Synonyms for

Baba

Verb / ˈbʌbʌ / / ˈbɑ:bʌ / Another word for baba — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Baba can mean a few different things, depending on the context. It can be a term of endearment for a father or grandfather, a type of food, or a spiritual leader in some cultures.

Synonyms & similar words

dad daddy papa grandpa gramps chapati flatbread naan roti guru swami teacher master guide mentor sensei coach tutor instructor professor

Synonyms by register

Formal

elder patriarch venerable person dignitary

Informal

grandpa pops old man daddy

Literary

patriarch venerable figure chieftain

Antonyms

stranger outsider foreigner alien newcomer unknown

Common collocations

  • dear baba
  • my baba
  • old baba
  • wise baba
  • kind baba
  • respected baba

Word family

noun baba

Usage note

Primarily used as an affectionate term for a grandfather or an elderly man, especially in South Asian cultures. It can also refer to a type of sweet bread.

Example sentences

  1. I love spending time with my baba.
  2. My baba makes the best chapati.
  3. The baba at the temple is very wise.
  4. My baba taught me how to ride a bike.
  5. Baba, can you read me a story?

Quotes

  • My baba always said, 'A penny saved is a penny earned.'
  • The baba's words were like music to my ears.
  • I asked my baba what the meaning of life was, and he said, 'To love and be loved.'

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