Kindlein
dasNounlittle child (archaic/poetic)
English translations
- 01
baby
- 02
infant
- 03
little one
Word details
- German meaning
- Kindlein ist eine veraltete oder poetische Verkleinerungsform von Kind.
- English meaning
- Little child
- Synonym
- Baby, Kleinkind
- German example
- Das Kindlein schlief friedlich in seiner Wiege.
- English example
- The little child slept peacefully in its cradle.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- das
- Singular Form
- das Kindlein
- Plural Form
- die Kinderlein
Related words
- Dorfkindlein
Village child
- Sternlein
Little star
Example sentences with “Kindlein”
Das Kindlein schläft in der Krippe. (The little child sleeps in the crib.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'Kindlein' still in use?
It is mainly used in religious or poetic contexts (like Christmas carols). It is neuter (das).