Bambino Meaning in English

word

US

ˌbæmˈbinoʊ

bam-BEE-noh

UK

bæmbˈiːnəʊ

bam-BEE-noh

Definition

An Italian word meaning a baby or a very young child, often used in English when referring to babies in an affectionate or playful way.

Usage & Nuances

'Bambino' is informal and borrowed from Italian, often used with affection. It's less common in formal writing. Sometimes refers to a baby boy, but can mean any young child. Not to be confused with 'bambina' (girl).

• Spanish: bebé - niño pequeño
• Portuguese (BR): bebê - criança pequena
• Portuguese (PT): bebé - criança pequena
• Chinese (Simplified): 婴儿 - 小孩子
• Chinese (Traditional): 嬰兒 - 小孩子
• Hindi: शिशु - बच्चा
• Arabic: طفل صغير - رضيع
• Bengali: শিশু - বাচ্চা
• Russian: малыш - ребёнок
• Japanese: 赤ちゃん - 幼い子供
• Vietnamese: em bé - đứa trẻ nhỏ
• Korean: 아기 - 어린아이
• Turkish: bebek - küçük çocuk
• Urdu: بچہ - ننھا بچہ
• Indonesian: bayi - anak kecil

Example Sentences

The bambino is sleeping in his crib.

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She held the bambino gently.

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The proud parents watched their bambino take his first steps.

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That little bambino sure has a strong set of lungs!

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Did you see the cute outfit on their bambino today?

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Ever since the bambino arrived, their lives have changed completely.

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