English–French

“childish” in French

French

Alsojuvénile · infantile

Pronunciation

IPA/ɑ̃fɑ̃tɛ̃/

Example

Son comportement est enfantin.

His behavior is childish.

Illustration for enfantin (childish)

How to say “childish” in French

“Childish” in French is enfantin.

A person or act that looks sincere and simple but has not developed adult judgment.

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

Example sentences with enfantin

Ce film est un peu enfantin.

This movie is a little childish.

Tips for using enfantin

  • The adjective agrees in gender and number, as in un comportement enfantin and une attitude enfantine.

Other French words for “childish”

C'est un comportement juvénile.

This is childish behavior.

Ne sois pas infantile.

Don't be childish.

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