Guardería (en. Nursery)

/ɡwar.deˈɾi.a/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Place designated for the care and education of preschool-aged children.
The nursery opened its doors three years ago.
La guardería abrió sus puertas hace tres años.
Center where care and recreational activities are provided for children.
My daughter attends a very fun nursery.
Mi hija asiste a una guardería muy divertida.
Facility that allows parents to work calmly while their children are cared for.
The nursery offers flexible hours for parents.
La guardería ofrece horarios flexibles para los padres.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'guardar', related to care and protection.

Common Phrases and Expressions

leave at the nursery
Taking a child to the nursery for them to be cared for.
dejar en la guardería
private nursery
Nursery that is run independently.
guardería privada
early childhood education
Training provided in nurseries and kindergartens.
educación infantil

Related Words

care
Action of caring for someone or something.
cuidado
child
Person who has not yet reached adolescence.
niño
educator
Person responsible for teaching or educating others.
educador

Slang Meanings

Place for temporary abandonment for children.
The nursery is like a break for parents.
La guardería es como una pausa para los padres.
Site where friends are made before starting school.
At the nursery, I made many friends that I still have.
En la guardería hice muchos amigos que aún conservo.