English–French

“child” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ɑ̃fɑ̃/

Example

L'enfant joue dans le parc.

The child is playing in the park.

Illustration for enfant (child)

How to say “child” in French

“Child” in French is enfant.

A young person still growing toward adulthood and needing care, whether a boy or a girl.

Full entry for enfant: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with enfant

Un enfant en bas âge a besoin de surveillance.

A very young child needs supervision.

Tips for using enfant

  • Enfant is normally masculine in un enfant but can be feminine in une enfant when referring specifically to a girl.

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