das Neugeborene
Translation
newborn, newborn baby
Examples
Das Neugeborene schläft sehr viel.
The newborn sleeps a lot.
Die Eltern kümmern sich um das Neugeborene.
The parents are looking after the newborn.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) as a subject The newborn is crying.
((as accusative object)) as an accusative object The mother holds the newborn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Säugling (infant), Baby; Antonyms: Erwachsener (adult)
Etymology
Composed of 'neu' (new) and 'geboren' (born). It literally means 'newly born one'.
Memory Tips
Break the word down into 'neu' (new) and 'geboren' (born). The meaning is very direct and easy to remember.