munchkin
word
Definition
A 'munchkin' means a small child or someone who is cute and little. It's playful and affectionate, and sometimes used for pets or loved ones.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and playful; 'munchkin' is often used by parents, relatives, or friends to talk to or about small children with affection. Sometimes refers to pets playfully. Not commonly used for adults unless joking. Originated from 'The Wizard of Oz'.
Spanish: chiquitín - pequeñínPortuguese (BR): pequerrucho - fofinho (criança pequena)Portuguese (PT): pequenino - fofucho (criança pequena)Chinese (Simplified): 小家伙 - 小可爱 (孩子)Chinese (Traditional): 小傢伙 - 小可愛 (孩子)Hindi: नन्हा-मुन्ना - प्यारा बच्चाArabic: صغير (محبَّب) - صغير لطيفBengali: ছোট্টু - পুচকি - আদরের বাচ্চাRussian: малыш - крошкаJapanese: ちびちゃん - ちびVietnamese: nhóc con - cục cưng nhỏKorean: 꼬마 - 귀여운 아이Turkish: minik - ufaklıkUrdu: ننھا - پیارا بچہIndonesian: si kecil - bocil
Example Sentences
Come here, munchkin, it's time for bed.
basic
My little munchkin loves drawing pictures.
basic
She called her puppy a cute little munchkin.
basic
Hey munchkin, want to help me bake cookies?
natural
All the munchkins at the party were dressed as superheroes.
natural
I can't believe how fast my little munchkin is growing up.
natural