Portuguese · Family & People
Criança
[/kɾiˈɐ̃sɐ/]
Child
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
A young human being, typically below the age of puberty.
Ser humano jovem, geralmente antes da puberdade.
Example
As crianças brincam no parque.
The children play in the park.
Etymology
'Criança' has its roots in the Latin 'creare', which means to create or to bring forth, emphasizing the role of children as new beginnings.
How & Where It’s Used
'Criança' is utilized in both spoken and written Portuguese, in various contexts regarding parenting, education, and social services.
Literary Heritage
Children's literature often revolves around this word, as seen in many fairy tales and didactic stories in Portuguese literature.