What does "paternal" mean in English?

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paternal

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paternal

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Alternative translations of "paternal"

fatherly
patriarchal
dad's
parental

Examples of how to use "paternal" in Spanish

Spanish
Me dio un consejo muy paternal.
English
He gave me very paternal advice.
Spanish
Su amor paternal es muy evidente.
English
His paternal love is very evident.
Spanish
La actitud paternal calmó al niño.
English
The paternal attitude calmed the child.
Spanish
Muestra un cuidado paternal con el cachorro.
English
He shows paternal care with the puppy.
Spanish
Buscaré consejo paternal cuando tenga dudas.
English
I will seek paternal advice when I have doubts.

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Me dio un consejo muy paternal.

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