Chinese · Family & People
孩子
háizi
Child
Beginnernoun
Definition
A young person, or someone's son or daughter.
Example
公园里有很多孩子。
There are many children in the park.
Etymology
孩子 (háizi) is derived from '孩' (hái), a character meaning 'child', which emphasizes the youthfulness and innocence associated with children in Chinese culture.
How & Where It’s Used
孩子 is commonly used in informal conversations, both spoken and written. It is universally recognized in all regions of China.