English–German
“childhood” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkɪntˌhaɪ̯t/
Example
In meiner Kindheit spielte ich jeden Tag im Garten.
In my childhood, I played in the garden every day.
How to say “childhood” in German
“Childhood” in German is Kindheit.
The early stretch of life filled with child-sized experiences, family surroundings, and games before adult life begins.
Example sentences with Kindheit
Die Erlebnisse aus meiner Kindheit prägen oft meine Werte.
Experiences from my childhood often shape my values.
Tips for using Kindheit
- Als Kind describes actions performed as a child, while in der Kindheit presents childhood as the period or background.