Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crianca

noun
/kriˈɐ̃sɐ/
Definition
A Portuguese term meaning ‘child’ or ‘kid’.
Examples
  • Ele é uma criança muito inteligente. (He is a very intelligent child.)
  • A criança estava brincando no parque. (The child was playing in the park.)
Meaning
A young human being, typically referring to someone who is not yet an adult.
Synonyms
  • miúdo
  • garoto
  • pessoa jovem