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wunderkind

 

[ ˈvʊndərkɪnd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

child prodigy

A wunderkind is a person who achieves great success or acclaim at a young age. They are typically highly talented or gifted in a particular field, such as music, art, science, or mathematics. Wunderkinds often display exceptional abilities that set them apart from their peers.

Synonyms

genius, prodigy, virtuoso, whiz kid, wiz

Examples of usage

  • He was considered a wunderkind in the world of classical music, composing symphonies at the age of 10.
  • The young artist was hailed as a wunderkind for her remarkable paintings that rivaled those of seasoned professionals.
  • The tech industry was abuzz with news of the latest wunderkind who had developed a groundbreaking new software at just 16 years old.

Translations

Translations of the word "wunderkind" in other languages:

🇵🇹 menino prodígio

🇮🇳 वंडरकिंड

🇩🇪 Wunderkind

🇮🇩 anak ajaib

🇺🇦 вундеркінд

🇵🇱 cudowne dziecko

🇯🇵 神童

🇫🇷 enfant prodige

🇪🇸 niño prodigio

🇹🇷 harika çocuk

🇰🇷 신동

🇸🇦 طفل معجزة

🇨🇿 zázračné dítě

🇸🇰 zázračné dieťa

🇨🇳 神童

🇸🇮 čudežni otrok

🇮🇸 undrabarn

🇰🇿 ғажайып бала

🇬🇪 საოცარი ბავშვი

🇦🇿 möcüzə uşaq

🇲🇽 niño prodigio

Etymology

The word 'wunderkind' originated in German, where 'wunder' means 'wonder' and 'kind' means 'child'. It was first used in English in the early 20th century to describe exceptionally talented or gifted children. The concept of wunderkinds has fascinated and inspired people throughout history, showcasing the potential for extraordinary achievement at a young age.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,251, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.