Parenthood
/pˈɛrəˌnthʊd/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being a parent
Sentence Examples
My mother said there was nothing I could do to completely prepare for parenthood.
There's no instruction manual for parenthood.
Ziri and Rima got lost in the world of parenthood.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Many people find that ____ brings both challenges and rewards.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She described ____ as the most rewarding and challenging experience of her entire life.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English parent Proto-Indo-European *keyt-der. Proto-Germanic *haiduzder. Proto-West Germanic *-haiduder. Old English -hād Middle English -hede English -hood English parenthood From parent + -hood.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Many people find that ____ brings both challenges and rewards.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
She described ____ as the most rewarding and challenging experience of her entire life.