Child in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'child' is 'niño', pronounced NEE-nyoh (IPA: /ˈniɲo/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: niños).
Pronunciation: NEE-nyoh
| Spanish | niño |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | NEE-nyoh · /ˈniɲo/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | niños |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'niño'
- El niño juega en el parque con su madre.
The child is playing in the park with his mother. - Los niños aprenden idiomas muy rápido.
Children learn languages very quickly. - De niño, vivía con mis abuelos.
As a child, I lived with my grandparents. - Hay veinte niños en la clase.
There are twenty children in the class.
Common Phrases with 'niño'
- juego de niños
child's play / something very easy - de niño
as a child
How to Use 'niño'
'Niño' is a boy, 'niña' a girl, and 'niños' a mixed group of children. 'De niño/de niña' is the standard way to say 'as a child'. The ñ matters: 'nino' is not a Spanish word.
Regional note: Colloquial alternatives abound: 'chamaco' (Mexico), 'pibe' (Argentina), 'chaval' (Spain), 'chico' almost everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Child' in Spanish is 'niño', pronounced NEE-nyoh.
It is spelled n-i-ñ-o.
'Niño' is masculine: you say 'el niño'.
The plural of 'niño' is 'niños'.
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