childhood

• Période de la vie humaine qui va de la naissance à l'adolescence, pendant laquelle on est un enfant.

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

indénombrable

1. Early life periodA2formal

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

   Enfance

   • 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.

   Synonymesboyhoodgirlhoodinfancyminoritynonageyouth

   Antonymesadulthoodmaturity

2. Formative yearsB1formal

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

   Enfance formatrice

   • 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.

   Synonymesadolescenceboyhoodgirlhoodinfancyminorityyouth