das Vorschulkind
Translation
preschooler, preschool child
Examples
Mein Sohn ist ein Vorschulkind.
My son is a preschooler.
Vorschulkinder lernen spielerisch.
Preschoolers learn through play.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) preschooler My son is a preschooler.
Similar Words
Synonyms: toddler (Kleinkind)
Etymology
Composed of 'vor' (before) + 'Schule' (school) + 'Kind' (child). Literally 'before-school child'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'pre-school kid'. The German prefix 'vor-' often corresponds to the English 'pre-' or 'fore-'.