Nené (en. Baby)

/neˈne/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A child or baby.
The child started walking two weeks ago.
El nené empezó a caminar hace dos semanas.
A term of endearment for referring to a child.
Look how cute that child is; he looks like an angel.
Mira qué lindo es ese nené, parece un ángel.
It can refer to a young person in a colloquial context.
That child is very talented in soccer.
Ese nené es muy talentoso en el fútbol.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'nene', which is used to refer to a child or baby.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mommy's child
A child who is very dependent on their mother.
nené de mamá
the child of the house
The youngest child in a family.
el nené de la casa
good child
Refers to a child who behaves well.
nené bueno

Related Words

girl
A feminine word that refers to a girl or baby.
nena
nanny
A person who takes care of children, especially professionally.
niñera
little boy
An attitude or behavior typical of a child.
neneo

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment for referring to a friend or buddy.
Hi, kid, how are you?
Hola, nené, ¿cómo estás?
Sometimes used to refer to a young or immature person.
Stop acting like a kid and be more responsible.
Deja de actuar como un nené y sé más responsable.