Synonyms for

Children

Verb / ˈtʃɪldrʌn / Another word for children — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Children are young human beings who are not yet adults.

Synonyms & similar words

kid tyke fry child youngster nipper smallfry baby nestling tiddler tike parent minor shaver kids youngsters juvenile minors offspring progeny youth kiddos toddlers babies infants teens adolescents pupils students schoolchildren tykes

Synonyms by register

Formal

offspring progeny youngsters

Informal

kids little ones tykes brats

Literary

brood issue

Antonyms

adults elders parents seniors grown-ups

Common collocations

  • young children
  • school children
  • children's rights
  • children's hospital
  • children's toys
  • children's laughter
  • children's books
  • children's games

Word family

noun child

Usage note

While 'children' is the standard plural, 'child' is the singular form. Avoid using 'childs' as a plural.

Example sentences

  1. Children love to play with toys.
  2. The teacher took the children to the zoo.
  3. My sister has two children.
  4. The children are singing a song.
  5. The children are playing outside.

Quotes

  • Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see.
  • A child can ask questions that a wise man cannot answer.
  • The soul is healed by being with children.

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