paterfamilias
nounHow many syllables in paterfamilias?
There are 6 syllables in the word paterfamilias.How to pronounce paterfamilias:
Definition of paterfamilias:
- paterfamilias (noun):
- the male head of a household
- noun. the male head of family or tribe.
Synonyms for paterfamilias:
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