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Parents Meaning for Kids

What Does Parents Mean?

Verb

  • To take care of a child and help them grow up.

Noun

  • A mother or father who takes care of a child.
  • Someone who helps to take care of you and loves you like a parent.
  • A person who helps raise a child, like a step-parent or adoptive parent.
  • The people who give you life and take care of you.
  • A person who supports or protects you.
  • A person or thing that comes before something else, like a tree that grows from a seed.
  • Someone who helps you grow and learn.
  • A person who looks after you and helps you with your needs.

Parents — Full Explanation

Parents are your mom and dad or the people who look after you. They help you learn new things and make sure you have what you need.

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care love support guardian

Parents Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
माता-पिता (Mata-Pita)

Mata-Pita

माँ (Maa)

Maa

पिता (Pita)

Pita

kannada
ಮಾತೃ-ಪితೃ

mātru-pitru

ತಾಯಂದಿರು

tāyandiru

ತಾಯಿ ಮತ್ತು ತಂದೆ

tāyi mattu tandē

bengali
অভিভাবক (Abhibhabok)

Abhibhabok

মা (Ma)

Ma

বাবা (Baba)

Baba

Parents Synonyms

raise rear mother

Parents Antonyms

child

Parents in Sentences

  • Parents help us with our homework.
  • I ask my parents for advice.
  • My parents cook dinner for the family.
  • Parents take care of their children.
  • I love spending time with my parents.

📖 Parents Story for Kids

Parents: Our Superheroes!

Parents are like superheroes in our lives! They help us with our homework, make our favorite meals, and give the best hugs. Just like in a story, they guide us through adventures, teaching us to be brave and kind.

Sometimes, they might say "no" to things, but that’s because they care about us. Remember, every time you share a laugh or a secret with them, you’re creating your own special story.

Let's Celebrate Our Parents!

Draw a picture of your favorite moment with them and share it. They’ll love it!

Frequently Asked Questions About Parents

What does 'parents' mean?
Parents are the people who take care of you and help you grow up. They can be your mom and dad, or other adults who love and support you.
How do you pronounce 'parents'?
You say 'parents' like this: pair-ents.
What is the origin of the word 'parents'?
The word 'parents' comes from the Latin word 'parens', which means 'to bring forth' or 'to give birth'.
What is the meaning of 'parents' in Kannada?
The word 'parents' in Kannada is 'ಮಾತಾ-ಪಿತೃ' (Mātā-Pitṛ).

Facts & Quotes About Parents

Fact: Parents are like superheroes! They help us, protect us, and teach us new things every day.
Proverb: It takes a village to raise a child. (This means many people help in raising kids.)
Quote: "A parent's love is whole no matter how many times divided." - Robert Brault