VocabJLPT N3
baby
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. baby
  2. 2. infant
  3. 3. Infant
This noun is a gentle and affectionate term for a baby or infant, typically under one year old. It is the standard everyday word used by parents, family members, and in general conversation. For example, "~が生まれた" means "a baby was born."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He asked, "Is the baby walking already?"

Sentence 2

Getting upset over one little thing — what are you, a baby?

Sentence 3

Hmm, it's impressive when someone can tell why a baby is crying just by how it sounds.

Sentence 4

Look — when a baby smiles, it just changes the whole room!

Sentence 5

You cry at the drop of a hat — such a baby.