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niño

child, boy

noun NEE-nyoh Common

Usage Note

Niño refers to a male child; the feminine is niña. The plural niños is gender-inclusive and means 'children' when referring to a mixed group. The diminutive niñito/niñita is used affectionately. Do not confuse with niñero/niñera (babysitter). The phrase desde niño means 'since childhood.'

Examples

"El niño jugaba en el parque."

Natural Translation

The boy was playing in the park.

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