child
Translation
child, kid
Examples
The child is playing in the park.
The child is playing in the park.
She is the only child in her family.
She is the only child in her family.
He is a child of the 90s.
He is a child of the 90s.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) child The child is five years old.
((sb.'s)) child She is my youngest child.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kid, youngster, infant; Antonyms: adult, grown-up
Etymology
From Old English 'cild'.
Memory Tips
A very common word. Note the irregular plural 'children'.