French Conversation · Level 41
75 words
French word
enfantin
Pronunciation
IPA/ɑ̃fɑ̃tɛ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivechildish
Example
Son comportement est enfantin.
His behavior is childish.
More examples
Ce film est un peu enfantin.
This movie is a little childish.
Core concept
A person or act that looks sincere and simple but has not developed adult judgment.
Common phrases
air enfantin
childish atmosphere
sourire enfantin
childish smile
comportement enfantin
childish behavior
Similar words
infantile: Simple and inept in a childlike way, usually with negative implications.
puéril: Childishly foolish or unserious in judgment or remarks.
immature: Lacking the mental or life experience expected of a mature adult.
naïf: Inexperienced in human affairs and inclined to trust too easily.
Definition in French
Qui a des traits, un comportement ou une apparence qui rappellent ceux d'un enfant, souvent naïf ou peu mûr.
Word origin
French enfantin derives from enfant by adding the adjective-forming suffix -in, while enfant continues Old French and Latin infans.
Usage tips
- The adjective agrees in gender and number, as in un comportement enfantin and une attitude enfantine.