Synonyms for
Childcare
Definition
the care of children, especially by professionals or from a day-care center
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- childcare services
- childcare costs
- childcare provider
- childcare facility
- childcare options
- childcare arrangements
- childcare worker
Word family
Usage note
Childcare refers to the supervision and care of children. While 'babysitting' is a common informal synonym, it often implies a shorter duration or less formal arrangement than 'childcare services'.
Example sentences
- My sister is studying to be a childcare provider.
- I drop my kids off at childcare before I go to work.
- The childcare center has a lot of toys and activities for the kids to enjoy.
- I need to find a new childcare option since our old babysitter moved away.
- The daycare offers quality childcare for working parents.
Quotes
Childcare is the single most important thing that society can do.
Childcare is a make-or-break issue for many working families.
Childcare is an essential service that can't be ignored.