grandpa

noun

grand·​pa ˈgran(d)-ˌpä 

-ˌpȯ;

ˈgram-ˌpä 

-ˌpȯ

plural grandpas

informal

: the father of one's father or mother : grandfather sense 1a

This is an old photo of your grandma and grandpa.

—often used as a form of address

Grandpa, will you read me a story?

Examples of grandpa in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

One of the most touching moments of the celebration came when her grandpa offered a heartfelt prayer for Brenda and the baby. — Christina Cardona, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Over these images, two voices languidly recite what sounds like a roleplaying script, in which a desperate girl appeals to her grandpa for money. — Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 11 July 2026

Nothing says 'Happy Fourth of July' like seeing grandpa in his jean shorts! — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 2 July 2026

The grandkids and grandpa are enjoying the heck out of life. — Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for grandpa

• aa
• aha
• bashaw
• bradshaw
• byelaw
• bylaw
• chainsaw
• cheraw
• coleslaw
• crenshaw
• dada
• esau