English–French
“paternal” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/patɛʁnɛl/
Example
Il assume ses devoirs paternels envers ses enfants.
He fulfills his paternal duties toward his children.
How to say “paternal” in French
“Paternal” in French is paternel.
A link to a father, fatherhood, or the father's side of a family.
Example sentences with paternel
Son instinct paternel le pousse à protéger ses enfants.
His paternal instinct drives him to protect his children.
Tips for using paternel
- Paternel is an adjective, while père is the ordinary noun for a father; paternel describes a quality, relation, or family line.