Nappies Meaning in English

word · lemma: nappy

US

ˈnæpiz

NAP-eez

UK

nˈæpɪz

NAP-iz

Definition

A nappy is a piece of soft cloth or a disposable item worn by babies to absorb and contain urine and feces. In American English, this is called a 'diaper.'

Usage & Nuances

'Nappies' is British/Commonwealth English; American English uses 'diapers.' Used mainly for infants and toddlers. Common collocations: 'change a nappy', 'disposable nappy', 'cloth nappy.' Rarely used for adults ('adult nappies').

• Spanish: pañales
• Portuguese (BR): fraldas
• Portuguese (PT): fraldas
• Chinese (Simplified): 尿布
• Chinese (Traditional): 尿布
• Hindi: डायपर
• Arabic: حفاضات
• Bengali: ডায়াপার - ন্যাপি
• Russian: подгузники
• Japanese: おむつ
• Vietnamese: tã
• Korean: 기저귀
• Turkish: bebek bezi
• Urdu: ڈایپر
• Indonesian: popok

Example Sentences

Please bring some nappies for the baby.

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She changed the baby's nappies twice today.

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We buy nappies in bulk to save money.

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Don't forget to pack extra nappies for the trip.

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The supermarket was out of the brand of nappies we usually buy.

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Many parents debate whether cloth or disposable nappies are better.

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