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youngsters

 

[ ˈjʌŋstərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

children

Youngsters refer to young people, especially children or teenagers.

Synonyms

kids, teens, youth.

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Word Description / Examples
youngsters

General term for young people or children, often used in a slightly more formal or affectionate context.

  • The youngsters played in the park all afternoon.
  • We have programs designed to engage youngsters in creative activities.
youth

A more formal term that can refer to both children and young adults, often used in legal, social, or official contexts.

  • The government is investing in youth development programs.
  • Youth unemployment rates are a growing concern.
kids

Casual and informal term, commonly used for children. It's everyday language among families, friends, and in informal settings.

  • The kids are watching TV.
  • She loves spending time with the kids at the daycare center.
teens

Refers specifically to teenagers (ages 13-19). It's often used in contexts involving education, health, or lifestyle discussions about this age group.

  • Many teens are addicted to social media.
  • The program aims to support teens in building self-confidence.

Examples of usage

  • Youngsters are full of energy and curiosity.
  • The park was filled with youngsters playing games and laughing.
  • She works with disadvantaged youngsters to help them succeed in school.
  • Parents worry about the safety of their youngsters when they are out late at night.
  • Youngsters often have a unique perspective on the world.
Context #2 | Noun

group

Youngsters can also refer to a group of young people or animals.

Synonyms

juveniles, offspring, youths.

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youngsters

Used when referring to young children or teenagers in a friendly or informal manner.

  • The youngsters gathered around the campfire for stories
  • There are a lot of youngsters playing in the park
juveniles

Often used in legal or scientific contexts to refer to young people, especially when discussing behavior or legal issues. This term can sometimes carry a formal or negative connotation.

  • The court deals with cases involving juveniles differently than adults
  • The study focused on the habits of juvenile delinquency
offspring

Used to describe the children or descendants of humans or animals. It is a more formal term and can apply to both humans and animals.

  • The lioness guarded her offspring closely
  • The scientist studied the offspring of the genetically modified plants
youths

Refers to young people collectively, especially teenagers and young adults, often used in the context of discussing their activities or social issues.

  • The community center offers programs to engage local youths
  • Youth unemployment has been a pressing issue in the city

Examples of usage

  • A herd of youngsters was grazing in the field.
  • The youngsters gathered in the park for a picnic.
  • The youngsters of the tribe played together in the village square.

Translations

Translations of the word "youngsters" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jovens

🇮🇳 युवाओं

🇩🇪 Jugendliche

🇮🇩 anak muda

🇺🇦 молодь

🇵🇱 młodzież

🇯🇵 若者 (わかもの)

🇫🇷 jeunes

🇪🇸 jóvenes

🇹🇷 gençler

🇰🇷 젊은이들

🇸🇦 الشباب

🇨🇿 mládež

🇸🇰 mládež

🇨🇳 年轻人 (niánqīng rén)

🇸🇮 mladi

🇮🇸 ungmenni

🇰🇿 жастар

🇬🇪 ახალგაზრდები

🇦🇿 gənclər

🇲🇽 jóvenes

Etymology

The word 'youngsters' originated from the Middle English word 'yongster', which was a combination of 'yong' (young) and the suffix '-ster' (denoting a person or thing associated with or engaging in a specified activity). The term has been used to refer to young people since the 15th century.

See also: young, youngling, youngster.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,415, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.