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/ɑ̃.fɑ̃/

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Translation

child

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Word origin

From Latin infans ('one who does not speak'), from in- ('not') and the present participle of fari ('to speak').

Origin
Latin
Root
infans
English cognates
infant, infantry

Grammar

Gendermasculine

Examples

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This child is learning to read and really enjoys it.

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The child is sleeping peacefully in his little bed.

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Every child deserves a good education.

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As a child, she loved playing football.

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My children come home from school before dinner.

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enfant: worksheet, infographic and listicle

Free printable study downloads for the French word "enfant" (child): a worksheet with the answer key built in, an infographic, and a sentence listicle. Open any one to view, print or save.

This word is taught in chapter 4, lesson 8: enfant, demander, grand and 7 more words.