Romanian · Family & People
copil
Child
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A young person.
Example
În parc sunt mulți copii.
There are many children in the park.
Etymology
'Copil' originates from the Latin 'capillus', which initially meant 'hair', defining youth. Over time, it has come to symbolize a child in Romanian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Copil' is widely used in both spoken and written Romanian, in both formal and informal settings, with no significant regional variations.
Literary Heritage
'Copil' frequently appears in Romanian literature, emphasizing themes of innocence and childhood.