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"Kid" vs. "child": two ways of calling a little one

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 10/11/2024, 06:54
English.me team member
Kid and child. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "kid" and "child" refer to a young human being.

What is different?

"Kid" is more informal or colloquial, while "child" is a formal and standard term.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for kid) and child

Examples of usage

Kid
  • The kid was playing in the park.
  • She always took care of the neighborhood kids.
  • I saw a kid riding his bike down the street.
Child
  • The child was enrolled in kindergarten.
  • Each child in the class received a book.
  • She is a bright child with a curious mind.