childhood

• Período de la vida de una persona desde el nacimiento hasta la adolescencia, en el que se es niño. También puede referirse a los primeros años o a la etapa inicial de algo.

A noun referring to the period of time in a person's life when they are a child, from birth to adolescence.

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1. Early life periodA2formal

   The period of a person's life from birth to adolescence.

   Infancia

   • She had a happy childhood in the countryside.
   • His childhood was filled with adventure and learning.
   • Many people look back on their childhood with fond memories.

   Sinónimosboyhoodgirlhoodinfancyminoritynonageyouth

   Antónimosadulthoodmaturity

2. Formative yearsB1formal

   The early years of life that shape a person's character and development.

   Infancia

   • Childhood experiences often influence adult behavior.
   • The book explores the importance of childhood education.
   • Her childhood in a small town taught her the value of community.

   Sinónimosadolescenceboyhoodgirlhoodinfancyminorityyouth