das Einzelkind
Translation
only children
Examples
Einzelkinder haben oft keine Geschwister.
Only children often have no siblings.
Früher gab es weniger Einzelkinder als heute.
In the past, there were fewer only children than today.
Grammar Patterns
to be an only child ein Einzelkind sein I am an only child.
to grow up as an only child als Einzelkind aufwachsen He grew up as an only child.
Similar Words
Antonym: Geschwisterkind (child with siblings)
Etymology
Composed of 'einzel' (single, sole) and 'Kind' (child). It directly translates to 'single child'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'single' (einzel) 'kid' (Kind) in a family photo, with no brothers or sisters.