Kannkind

dasNoun

child who can start school early (optional)

English translations

  1. 01

    can child

  2. 02

    can child

Word details

German meaning
Ein Kind, dessen Eltern nicht verheiratet sind.
English meaning
Child born out of wedlock
German example
Früher wurden Kannkinder oft stigmatisiert.
English example
In the past, children born out of wedlock were often stigmatized.
Type
Noun
Article
das
Singular Form
das Kannkind
Plural Form
die Kannkinder

Example sentences with “Kannkind”

  1. Sie ist ein Kannkind, daher kann sie früher eingeschult werden. (She is a 'Kannkind', so she can start school early.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'Musskind' and 'Kannkind'?

'Musskind' refers to children who reach the age limit, while 'Kannkind' refers to those who are slightly younger but can start school upon request.