Niñito (en. Little boy)

/niˈɲito/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A young child.
The little boy plays in the park.
El niñito juega en el parque.
It is used as an affectionate term for a child.
Look how cute that little boy is.
Mira qué lindo es ese niñito.
It can refer to a child in the early stages of development.
That little boy is just starting to walk.
Ese niñito apenas empieza a caminar.

Etymology

Diminutive of the Spanish 'niño', which comes from the Latin 'puer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

little heart
It is applied to a very beloved child.
niñito de corazón
to be a little one
To act in an innocent or carefree manner.
ser un niñito
naughty little boy
A child who tends to be mischievous.
niñito travieso

Related Words

niño
A human being in their early years of life.
niño
niñez
A stage of life that encompasses childhood.
niñez
niñera
A person responsible for the care of children.
niñera

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to a child who is very adorable.
That little boy is so sweet, he looks like a little angel.
Ese niñito es tan sweet, parece un angelito.
A child who is very spoiled.
That little boy just wants to be held.
Ese niñito solo quiere que lo carguen.