🇮🇳 Hindi phrases

How to Say "Father" in Hindi

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
पिता
"Father" in Hindi · say it like pee-tah

The most natural way to say "Father" in Hindi is पिता. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

बाप
more casual and colloquial
पिताजी
more respectful and formal

When to use it

Use 'पिता' in formal contexts or when addressing someone respectfully. 'बाप' is used in informal settings among friends or family. 'पिताजी' is appropriate when showing respect, especially to elders.

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Examples in Hindi

HindiEnglish
मेरे पिता एक शिक्षक हैं।My father is a teacher.
बाप, मुझे आपकी मदद चाहिए।Dad, I need your help.
पिताजी, आप कैसे हैं?Father, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'पिता' with 'बाप', thinking they are interchangeable, but 'पिता' is more formal.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear पिता, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hindi with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'पिता' and 'बाप'?

'पिता' is formal and respectful, while 'बाप' is casual and colloquial.

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