Einzelkind
only child
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ˈaɪ̯nt͡sl̩ˌkɪnt/
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Cultural Note
Germany has one of the highest rates of Einzelkinder (only children) in Europe. About 25% of German families have only one child. The compound word literally means 'single child' and has no negative connotation in German.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich bin ein Einzelkind.
I am an only child.
Als Einzelkind hat sie gelernt, sich selbst zu beschäftigen.
As an only child, she learned to keep herself busy.