grownup
word
Definition
A grownup is an adult, not a child. It refers to someone who is fully mature.
Usage & Nuances
'Grownup' is an informal or childlike word, often used by or about children when talking about adults. More formal: 'adult.' Common phrases: 'Ask a grownup,' 'Only for grownups.'
Spanish: adulto - persona mayorPortuguese (BR): adultoPortuguese (PT): adultoChinese (Simplified): 大人 - 成年人Chinese (Traditional): 大人 - 成年人Hindi: वयस्कArabic: بالغ - شخص راشدBengali: বড়ো - প্রাপ্তবয়স্ক (informal)Russian: взрослый (разговорно)Japanese: おとな (子どもっぽい言い方)Vietnamese: người lớn (thân mật)Korean: 어른 (어린이 말투)Turkish: yetişkin (gündelik)Urdu: بڑا (غیر رسمی)Indonesian: người lớn (thân mật)
Example Sentences
It’s not easy being a grownup sometimes.
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She looks like a grownup in that dress.
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Only grownups can use this tool.
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Ask a grownup if you need help.
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I want to be a grownup someday.
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The kids whispered when a grownup walked by.
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