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

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Anwar Kareem 10/11/2024, 06:54

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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.

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