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Toddled: meaning, definitions and examples

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toddled

 

[ ˈtɒd.əld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

child development

Toddled refers to the unsteady gait of a young child who is just learning to walk. This term typically describes the manner in which toddlers move, often characterized by a wobbly, playful style. It is usually associated with children aged 1 to 3 years old, who are exploring their surroundings. The action of toddling can evoke feelings of joy and nostalgia as children venture out into the world with curiosity.

Synonyms

amble, stagger, waddle

Examples of usage

  • The toddler toddled across the room.
  • She watched her baby brother toddle after their dog.
  • After a few steps, he toddled back to his mother.

Translations

Translations of the word "toddled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caminhou de forma desajeitada

🇮🇳 लड़खड़ाते हुए चले

🇩🇪 watschelte

🇮🇩 berjalan goyang-goyang

🇺🇦 шкандибати

🇵🇱 chybotał się

🇯🇵 よちよち歩く

🇫🇷 avancer en titubant

🇪🇸 caminar tambaleándose

🇹🇷 sendeleyerek yürümek

🇰🇷 휘청거리며 걷다

🇸🇦 يمشي بتعثر

🇨🇿 klopýtal

🇸🇰 potkýnal sa

🇨🇳 蹒跚而行

🇸🇮 zaletavati

🇮🇸 skakklast

🇰🇿 құлап жүрді

🇬🇪 ჩამოიბრძანება

🇦🇿 sürüşərək getmək

🇲🇽 caminar tambaleándose

Etymology

The word 'toddled' is derived from the noun 'toddler,' which emerged in the early 20th century to describe a young child who is just beginning to walk. The origin of 'toddle' itself is believed to come from the Middle English word 'todlen,' which means to walk unsteadily or to walk in a clumsy manner. This word reflects the playful and often humorous nature of young children as they navigate their environment. Over time, 'toddle' has come to symbolize the innocent and carefree nature of early childhood, emphasizing the exploration and discovery that happens during this stage of development. The linguistic evolution of the term corrals the imagery of small feet trying to find their balance, marking a significant phase in a child's growth.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,842, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.