die Kita
Translation
daycare centre, nursery, kindergarten, crèche
Examples
Mein Kind geht in die Kita.
My child goes to the daycare centre.
Die Kita macht um 17 Uhr zu.
The daycare centre closes at 5 p.m.
Grammar Patterns
to go to the daycare centre ((to a place)) Mein Kind geht in die Kita.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kindergarten, Hort
Etymology
It's an abbreviation of 'Kindertagesstätte' (Children's Day Facility).
Memory Tips
Think of a place for 'kids' during the 'Tag' (day). The sound is short and simple, like a child's word.