What is the Spanish word for "parent"?

Learn how to say "parent" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

parent

Spanish

padre

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Alternative translations of "parent"

padre
madre
progenitor
ascendente

Examples of how to use "parent" in Spanish

English
Every parent wants the best for their child.
Spanish
Todos los padres quieren lo mejor para su hijo.
English
Each parent signed the permission form.
Spanish
Cada padre firmó el formulario de permiso.
English
My parent works at the hospital.
Spanish
Mi padre trabaja en el hospital.
English
Ask a parent before using the stove.
Spanish
Pregunta a un padre antes de usar la estufa.
English
The parent waited outside the classroom.
Spanish
El padre esperó afuera del aula.

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