English–German
“daycare” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkʁɪpə/
Example
Meine Tochter geht seit einem Jahr in die Krippe.
My daughter has been attending daycare for a year.
How to say “daycare” in German
“Daycare” in German is Krippe.
A small, sheltered place for a baby, extended from a crib or manger to a daytime care setting for infants and toddlers.
Example sentences with Krippe
Wir bringen das Baby jeden Morgen zur Krippe.
We take the baby to daycare every morning.
Tips for using Krippe
- In the daycare sense, Krippe usually refers to care for children under three, while older children generally attend Kindergarten.