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How it's used

While 爸爸 is the standard term for father, it is primarily used when addressing him directly or speaking about him in a casual context. When referring to one's own father in a more formal or descriptive way, people often use 老豆, which is very common in daily speech but carries a slightly more rugged or informal tone. Using 爸爸 is universally polite and appropriate for all ages.