childhood
Translation
childhood
Examples
He had a very happy childhood.
He had a very happy childhood.
Childhood is a time of innocence.
Childhood is a time of innocence.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the state or period of being a child. She spent her childhood in the countryside.
Similar Words
Synonyms: youth, early years; Antonyms: adulthood
Etymology
From 'child' + the suffix '-hood', which denotes a state or condition.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'state of being a child'. The '-hood' suffix is also in 'adulthood' and 'parenthood'.