parenting — the care and training a child receives while growing up
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the care and training a child receives while growing up
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈperəntɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- Modern parenting involves more screen time negotiations than previous generations ever imagined.
- Parenting books are great until you realize your child didn't read them.
- Research shows that authoritative parenting leads to better outcomes for children.
parenting
NOUN[/ˈperəntɪŋ/]
the care and training a child receives while growing up
the care and training a child receives while growing up
Good parenting means caring and sharing
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin parens (one who brings forth, parent), the present participle of parere (to bring forth, produce). The suffix -ing was added to create a gerund form, transforming the noun into an action noun meaning the act or process of being a parent.
Breakdown
parent (from Latin parens, one who brings forth) + -ing (gerundial suffix forming an action noun or progressive form).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Modern parenting involves more screen time negotiations than previous generations ever imagined.”
“Parenting books are great until you realize your child didn't read them.”
“Research shows that authoritative parenting leads to better outcomes for children.”
“She attended parenting classes to improve her childcare skills.”
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