children
Translation
children, kids
Examples
The children are playing outside.
The children are playing outside.
She has two children, a boy and a girl.
She has two children, a boy and a girl.
Grammar Patterns
((plural noun)) young human beings The children are playing outside.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kids, youngsters; Antonyms: adults, parents
Etymology
From Old English 'cildru', the plural of 'cild' (child). The '-en' suffix is an old plural marker.
Memory Tips
Remember it's the irregular plural of 'child'. One child, two children.