Niños (en. Children)

/niɲos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A human being in early childhood.
The children play in the park.
Los niños juegan en el parque.
A young person, especially one who has not reached adolescence.
Children usually learn quickly.
Los niños suelen aprender rápido.
A group of young people or infants.
The group of children was excited about the show.
El grupo de niños estaba entusiasmado con la función.

Etymology

From Latin 'puer', which means child.

Common Phrases and Expressions

street children
Refers to children who live on the street.
niños de la calle
to have a child
Expression used when something is done in a very basic or simple way.
hacer un niño
privileged children
Refers to children from wealthy families.
niños bien

Related Words

childhood
Stage of life between birth and adolescence.
niñez
education
Process of instruction or teaching to children.
educación
children's games
Playful activities typical of children.
juegos infantiles

Slang Meanings

Kids
The kids at school are very friendly.
Los pibes de la escuela son muy amistosos.
Guys
The guys are in their own world when they play.
Los güeyes están en su propio mundo cuando juegan.