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The character 爹, meaning "father", is composed of the semantic component 父, denoting father, and the phonetic component 多, which may also contribute thematically to ideas of multiplicity or abundance within the family structure. Etymologically, this combination suggests a term that originated to express paternal relation, possibly with affectionate or familiar connotations. Historically, 爹 emerged in written Chinese during the medieval period, where it served as an informal, vernacular alternative to the classical term 父. Over time, its meaning remained centered on the paternal figure, but its usage gradually solidified within various Chinese dialects, eventually entering standard Mandarin as a colloquial designation for father. The character's structural integrity has been maintained without alteration, preserving its composite form while its application shifted from regional speech to more widespread informal address.
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我爹是老师。
爹的头发白了。
我爹每天锻炼身体。
爹妈一起去了公园。
我爹给我讲了一个故事。
爹虽然年纪大，但身体很健康。
我爹在工作中取得了很大成就。
每当我想起爹的教诲，我就更加努力地学习。