kleinkind
grandchild
Intermediate Noun Neuter
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Pronunciation
/ˈkləin.kɪnt/
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Cultural Note
The literal translation is 'small child'. 'Kleinzoon' (grandson) and 'kleindochter' (granddaughter) are the gendered forms. Dutch grandparents often have a dedicated 'oppasdag' (babysitting day) each week.
📝 Example Sentences
Oma heeft zes kleinkinderen.
Grandma has six grandchildren.
Het kleinkind logeert dit weekend bij opa en oma.
The grandchild is staying over at grandpa and grandma's this weekend.