Father

PAPA

Think of an affectionate term a young child might use for their dad, often heard in many languages around the world.

Father" is a straightforward clue where the answer is a simple, informal term for dad. "PAPA" fits because it’s a common, affectionate way to say father in many languages, including English. There’s no hidden wordplay here—it’s a direct definition, so the answer is just another word for the same thing. Think of how a child might call their dad in a warm, casual way.