das Kind, -er
child
Ein junger Mensch, der noch nicht erwachsen ist.
The German word "Kind" is a noun that means "child." It refers to a young human being who is not yet an adult. The word "Kind" can also be used in various compounds and phrases to denote things related to or suitable for children, such as "Kindergarten" (children's garden, or preschool) and "Kindersitz" (child seat).
Words with similar meaning in German include "Junge" (boy), "Mädchen" (girl), and "Kleinkind" (toddler). However, "Kind" is a more general term encompassing all of these more specific categories.
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Examples
Mein Kind geht in die Schule.noun
My child is going to school.
Unser Kind spielt im Garten.noun
Our child is playing in the garden.
Das Kind spielt im Garten.noun
The child is playing in the garden.
Ein Kind liest ein Buch.noun
A child is reading a book.
Kinder lachen auf dem Spielplatz.noun
Children are laughing on the playground.
Das Kind malt ein Bild.noun
The child paints a picture.
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