Pronunciation

/ˈtʃɪldhʊd/

Definitions

Noun

Childhood: The period of one’s life between infancy and adolescence, characterized by growth, learning, and experiences before adulthood.

Verb (Rare)

Childhood: (as a noun) Refers to the experiences or memories of one’s early years, often in a nostalgic context.

Adjective

Childlike: Characteristic of children;天真, innocent, or having a simple nature.

Phrases

• “Recalling her childhood” means to remember experiences from one’s early years.
• “The joys of childhood” refers to the carefree and happy times of youth.
• “A return to childhood innocence” suggests a longing for simplicity or naivety.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Many adults still cherish fond memories of their childhood summers.”
• Adjective: “Her childlike curiosity led her to explore new ideas.”
• Rare Verb: “Reflecting on his childhood, he realized how much it shaped him.”

Synonyms

• Early years
• Youth
• Infancy
• Pupilage
• Bambino days -童稚时期 (Tóng zhì shí qī) (Chinese)
• 儿时 (ér shí) (Mandarin Chinese, simplified)
• Kindergarten days
• Innocence
• Naivete