noun
opa
noun
1
An informal, affectionate word for grandfather.
"The kids ran to hug Opa as soon as he arrived."
How to Use Opa
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warm, informal term for "grandpa," used in German-speaking families and beyond.
Easily confused with
Word Forms
opas plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from German Opa, an affectionate word for grandfather.