kindlich 30秒了解
- Kindlich means 'childlike' and is usually positive, describing innocence, curiosity, or youthful features.
- It is the opposite of 'kindisch' (childish), which is used to criticize immaturity in adults.
- The word is commonly used for 'kindliche Freude' (childlike joy) or 'kindliches Vertrauen' (childlike trust).
- Grammatically, it is a standard adjective that requires endings based on the noun it modifies.
The German adjective kindlich is a beautiful, nuanced word that English speakers often translate as 'childlike.' However, understanding its precise placement in the German language requires a careful look at how it differs from its 'evil twin,' kindisch. While kindisch (childish) carries a heavy weight of judgment, implying that an adult is acting immaturely or inappropriately for their age, kindlich is almost always descriptive or even complimentary. It refers to the inherent qualities of a child—innocence, curiosity, softness, and a lack of guile.
- The Aesthetic Context
- When describing physical features, German speakers use kindlich to denote softness or youthfulness. A 'kindliches Gesicht' (childlike face) suggests roundness, large eyes, and a smooth complexion, often associated with the 'Kindchenschema' (baby schema) that triggers protective instincts in others.
Obwohl sie bereits dreißig Jahre alt ist, hat sie sich ein sehr kindliches Aussehen bewahrt.
- The Emotional Context
- In the realm of emotions and spirituality, kindlich describes a state of pure, uncomplicated joy or trust. 'Kindliches Vertrauen' (childlike trust) is a common phrase in literature and religious contexts, signifying a faith that is total and unburdened by the skepticism or cynicism of adulthood. It is the ability to see the world with wonder (Staunen).
Seine kindliche Neugier war ansteckend für das ganze Team.
Historically, the word has roots in the Middle High German 'kindelīch,' which simply meant 'belonging to a child.' Over centuries, German literature—especially during the Romantic era—elevated the concept of 'Kindlichkeit' to an ideal state of being. Poets like Novalis and Eichendorff often portrayed the child as a figure of truth, closer to nature and the divine than the rational adult. This legacy persists today, making kindlich a word that carries a sense of nostalgia and purity.
Das Museum zeigt Zeichnungen mit kindlicher Naivität.
- Grammar Note: Adjective Endings
- As an adjective, kindlich must agree with the noun it modifies. You will see it as kindliche, kindlicher, kindliches, kindlichen, or kindlichem depending on the gender, case, and article. For example, 'ein kindliches Gemüt' (a childlike disposition) uses the neuter nominative ending '-es'.
Wir sollten uns eine kindliche Offenheit gegenüber Neuem bewahren.
Using kindlich effectively requires understanding its attributive and predicative forms. Whether you are describing a person's face, their manner of speaking, or a specific emotion, the word adds a layer of gentleness and purity to your description. Let’s explore the various grammatical environments where this adjective thrives.
- Attributive Use (Before a Noun)
- This is the most frequent use. The adjective takes an ending based on the noun's gender and the case of the sentence.
• Masculine: 'Ein kindlicher Eifer' (A childlike zeal).
• Feminine: 'Die kindliche Unschuld' (The childlike innocence).
• Neuter: 'Ein kindliches Lächeln' (A childlike smile).
Mit kindlicher Freude packte er das Geschenk aus.
- Predicative Use (After a Verb)
- When used after verbs like 'sein' (to be) or 'wirken' (to seem/act), the adjective does not take an ending. This is common when describing an overall impression.
• 'Sein Verhalten wirkt oft kindlich.' (His behavior often seems childlike.)
Ihre Stimme klang am Telefon fast kindlich.
In formal German, kindlich is frequently used in psychological and sociological texts to describe development stages or specific archetypes. For example, 'kindliche Entwicklungsphasen' (childhood developmental phases) is a standard term in pedagogy. This shows that the word can be strictly technical as well as poetic.
Die Studie untersucht die kindliche Wahrnehmung von Farben.
- Comparative and Superlative
- Though less common, you can use the comparative 'kindlicher' (more childlike) and the superlative 'am kindlichsten' (most childlike).
• 'Dieses Bild wirkt noch kindlicher als das andere.' (This picture seems even more childlike than the other.)
Er hat ein kindliches Vertrauen in die Technik.
In everyday modern German, kindlich isn't a word you'll hear every five minutes like 'echt' or 'cool,' but it occupies a vital space in specific social and intellectual circles. You are most likely to encounter it in literature, media reviews, psychological discussions, and during deep conversations about personality and growth.
- In Art and Media Reviews
- Critics often use kindlich to describe an artist's style or a film's perspective. If a director uses bright colors and simple compositions to evoke a sense of wonder, a critic might call the aesthetic 'faszinierend kindlich.' It implies a deliberate, sophisticated return to a simpler way of seeing.
Der Film fängt die Welt aus einer kindlichen Perspektive ein.
- In Personal Descriptions
- Germans use this word when they want to highlight a positive, youthful quality in an adult. If someone is 50 but still gets incredibly excited about seeing a rainbow or visiting a zoo, friends might say, 'Er hat sich seinen kindlichen Geist bewahrt' (He has kept his childlike spirit). It is a high compliment signifying that the person hasn't become jaded by life.
Ihre kindliche Begeisterung für Astronomie ist wunderbar.
You will also hear it in news reports concerning children’s rights or welfare. Phrases like 'das kindliche Wohl' (the child's well-being) or 'kindliche Bedürfnisse' (childlike needs) are standard in legal and social work contexts. Here, the word is purely functional, identifying the subject as a child without the poetic connotations.
Die Politik muss die kindlichen Interessen stärker berücksichtigen.
- In Literature and Philosophy
- German philosophy, from Nietzsche's 'child' stage in 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra' to modern pedagogy, uses kindlich to describe a state of creative freedom. It represents the ability to create one's own values and live in the moment.
The most significant pitfall for learners of German is the confusion between kindlich and kindisch. While they both translate to 'child-something' in English, their social impact is polar opposite. Let's break down how to avoid this and other common errors.
- Mistake 1: Kindlich vs. Kindisch
- This is the 'classic' mistake.
• Kindlich = Childlike (Positive: innocent, sweet, curious).
• Kindisch = Childish (Negative: immature, silly, annoying).
If you tell your boss he has a 'kindisches Lächeln,' you are calling him immature. If you say 'kindliches Lächeln,' you are complimenting his charming, innocent smile.
Falsch: Hör auf, so kindlich zu sein! (Wrong if you mean 'stop being immature')
Richtig: Hör auf, so kindisch zu sein!
- Mistake 2: Overusing it for Children
- While kindlich can describe children, it sounds slightly redundant or overly formal in casual speech. Instead of saying 'Das kindliche Kind spielt,' Germans just say 'Das Kind spielt.' Use kindlich when you want to specifically highlight the *quality* of being a child, especially in contrast to something else.
Er hat ein kindliches Gemüt, aber er ist nicht kindisch.
- Mistake 3: Adjective Ending Confusion
- Because kindlich ends in '-lich,' some learners forget it needs standard declension. It is not an adverbial-only form. 'Die kindliche Freude' (nom), 'der kindlichen Freude' (dat), etc. Always check the gender of the noun following it!
Finally, don't confuse kindlich with kindgerecht. Kindgerecht means 'child-friendly' or 'appropriate for children' (e.g., a child-friendly movie). Kindlich describes the essence, while kindgerecht describes the suitability for a child audience.
Das Buch ist kindgerecht geschrieben, mit kindlichen Illustrationen.
German is rich with words related to childhood and youth. Depending on whether you want to emphasize innocence, age, or ease, you might choose a different word than kindlich. Let's compare the most common alternatives.
- Kindlich vs. Kindisch
- Kindlich: Positive/Neutral. Childlike. 'Kindliches Vertrauen' (pure trust).
Kindisch: Negative. Childish. 'Kindisches Gehabe' (childish behavior).
- Kindlich vs. Jugendlich
- Kindlich: Relates specifically to early childhood (approx. ages 2-10).
Jugendlich: Relates to adolescence (youthful). 'Jugendlicher Elan' (youthful vigor). It sounds more energetic and less 'innocent' than kindlich.
Er hat ein jugendliches Auftreten, aber bewahrt sich eine kindliche Seele.
- Kindlich vs. Naiv
- Kindlich: Descriptive of a state of being.
Naiv: Focuses on the lack of experience or critical thinking. While kindlich is usually positive, naiv can be a gentle criticism of someone's gullibility.
Ihre kindliche Unschuld ist in dieser harten Welt selten.
Other related terms include kindgemäß (appropriate for a child's nature) and infantil (a medical or formal psychological term for being childlike, often used clinically or derogatorily for adults). Choosing between these depends entirely on the 'flavor' you want to give your sentence—from the technicality of infantil to the warmth of kindlich.
Das Design der App ist kindgerecht gestaltet.
How Formal Is It?
趣味小知识
The suffix '-lich' comes from the Old High German word 'līh', which meant 'body' or 'shape'. So, 'kindlich' literally meant 'having the shape/body of a child'.
发音指南
- Pronouncing the 'd' as a hard 'd' (it should be a 't' sound).
- Pronouncing the 'ch' like 'sh' or 'k'.
- Confusing it with 'kindisch' in speech.
- Forgetting the 'i' is short, not long.
- Putting stress on the second syllable.
难度评级
Easy to recognize because of the root 'Kind'.
Requires correct adjective endings and distinguishing from 'kindisch'.
The 'ch' sound can be tricky for beginners.
Clear pronunciation usually helps identification.
接下来学什么
前置知识
接下来学习
高级
需要掌握的语法
Adjective Declension
Ein kindlich-es (neuter) Lächeln.
Suffix -lich
Kind + lich = kindlich (childlike).
Terminal Devoicing
The 'd' in kindlich sounds like 't'.
Substantivized Adjectives
Das Kindliche in ihm (The childlike [part] in him).
Predicative vs Attributive
Er ist kindlich vs. Ein kindlicher Mann.
按水平分级的例句
Das Kind hat ein kindliches Gesicht.
The child has a childlike face.
Neuter nominative: ein kindliches Gesicht.
Sie lacht auf eine kindliche Weise.
She laughs in a childlike way.
Feminine accusative: eine kindliche Weise.
Das ist ein kindliches Spielzeug.
That is a childlike toy.
Neuter nominative: ein kindliches Spielzeug.
Er hat kindliche Augen.
He has childlike eyes.
Plural nominative: kindliche Augen.
Ihre Stimme ist sehr kindlich.
Her voice is very childlike.
Predicative use (no ending).
Der Hund hat ein kindliches Wesen.
The dog has a childlike nature.
Neuter nominative: ein kindliches Wesen.
Das Bild sieht kindlich aus.
The picture looks childlike.
Used with 'aussehen' (looks).
Sie hat eine kindliche Freude.
She has a childlike joy.
Feminine accusative: eine kindliche Freude.
Er bewahrt sich sein kindliches Lächeln.
He preserves his childlike smile.
Neuter accusative: sein kindliches Lächeln.
Das Zimmer hat eine kindliche Atmosphäre.
The room has a childlike atmosphere.
Feminine accusative: eine kindliche Atmosphäre.
Die Zeichnung ist sehr kindlich gestaltet.
The drawing is designed in a very childlike way.
Adverbial use of the adjective.
Ich mag seine kindliche Neugier.
I like his childlike curiosity.
Feminine accusative: seine kindliche Neugier.
Sie trägt ein Kleid mit kindlichem Muster.
She is wearing a dress with a childlike pattern.
Neuter dative: mit kindlichem Muster.
Die Geschichte weckt kindliche Erinnerungen.
The story awakens childlike memories.
Plural accusative: kindliche Erinnerungen.
Er spricht mit einer kindlichen Stimme.
He speaks with a childlike voice.
Feminine dative: mit einer kindlichen Stimme.
Ihre Handschrift ist noch sehr kindlich.
Her handwriting is still very childlike.
Predicative use.
In seinen Augen lag ein kindliches Vertrauen.
In his eyes lay a childlike trust.
Neuter nominative: ein kindliches Vertrauen.
Sie reagierte mit kindlicher Begeisterung auf die Nachricht.
She reacted with childlike enthusiasm to the news.
Feminine dative: mit kindlicher Begeisterung.
Das Buch beschreibt die kindliche Weltanschauung.
The book describes the childlike worldview.
Feminine accusative: die kindliche Weltanschauung.
Er hat sich ein kindliches Gemüt bewahrt.
He has preserved a childlike disposition.
Neuter accusative: ein kindliches Gemüt.
Trotz des Alters wirkt sie oft kindlich.
Despite her age, she often seems childlike.
Predicative use after 'wirkt'.
Die kindliche Unschuld geht oft zu schnell verloren.
Childlike innocence is often lost too quickly.
Feminine nominative: die kindliche Unschuld.
Wir sollten die Welt wieder mit kindlichen Augen sehen.
We should see the world with childlike eyes again.
Plural dative: mit kindlichen Augen.
Seine kindliche Art macht ihn sehr sympathisch.
His childlike manner makes him very likable.
Feminine nominative: seine kindliche Art.
Die Forschung befasst sich mit der kindlichen Sprachentwicklung.
The research deals with childlike (child) language development.
Feminine dative: mit der kindlichen Sprachentwicklung.
Er besitzt einen fast kindlichen Glauben an das Gute.
He possesses an almost childlike faith in the good.
Masculine accusative: einen... kindlichen Glauben.
Das Werk besticht durch seine kindliche Einfachheit.
The work impresses through its childlike simplicity.
Feminine accusative: seine kindliche Einfachheit.
Pädagogen betonen die Wichtigkeit kindlicher Neugier.
Educators emphasize the importance of childlike curiosity.
Feminine genitive: kindlicher Neugier.
Sie hat eine kindliche Naivität, die manchmal gefährlich ist.
She has a childlike naivety that is sometimes dangerous.
Feminine accusative: eine kindliche Naivität.
Das Museum widmet sich der kindlichen Kreativität.
The museum is dedicated to childlike creativity.
Feminine dative: der kindlichen Kreativität.
Seine kindliche Ehrlichkeit überraschte alle im Raum.
His childlike honesty surprised everyone in the room.
Feminine nominative: seine kindliche Ehrlichkeit.
Wir müssen die kindlichen Bedürfnisse ernst nehmen.
We must take childlike (children's) needs seriously.
Plural accusative: die kindlichen Bedürfnisse.
Die Autorin fängt das kindliche Staunen meisterhaft ein.
The author captures childlike wonder masterfully.
Neuter accusative: das kindliche Staunen.
Es bedarf einer kindlichen Offenheit, um diese Kunst zu verstehen.
It requires a childlike openness to understand this art.
Feminine genitive: einer kindlichen Offenheit.
Sein kindlicher Eifer grenzte schon an Besessenheit.
His childlike zeal almost bordered on obsession.
Masculine nominative: sein kindlicher Eifer.
Die Philosophie sucht oft nach dem kindlichen Urzustand.
Philosophy often searches for the childlike primal state.
Masculine accusative: den kindlichen Urzustand.
Ihre kindliche Seele blieb vom Zynismus der Welt unberührt.
Her childlike soul remained untouched by the world's cynicism.
Feminine nominative: ihre kindliche Seele.
Der Künstler nutzt kindliche Symbole, um Tiefe zu erzeugen.
The artist uses childlike symbols to create depth.
Plural accusative: kindliche Symbole.
In der Meditation kehrt er zu einer kindlichen Ruhe zurück.
In meditation, he returns to a childlike calmness.
Feminine dative: zu einer kindlichen Ruhe.
Das kindliche Wohl steht im Zentrum der juristischen Debatte.
The child's (childlike) well-being is at the center of the legal debate.
Neuter nominative: das kindliche Wohl.
Nietzsche sah im Kindlichen die höchste Stufe der Entwicklung.
Nietzsche saw the highest stage of development in the childlike.
Substantivized adjective: im Kindlichen.
Die kindliche Unbedarftheit kann eine subversive Kraft entfalten.
Childlike simplicity can unleash a subversive power.
Feminine nominative: die kindliche Unbedarftheit.
Er analysierte die kindliche Psyche mit chirurgischer Präzision.
He analyzed the childlike psyche with surgical precision.
Feminine accusative: die kindliche Psyche.
Das Werk reflektiert die kindliche Wahrnehmung von Zeit.
The work reflects the childlike perception of time.
Feminine accusative: die kindliche Wahrnehmung.
Sie bewahrte sich eine kindliche Ehrfurcht vor der Natur.
She preserved a childlike awe of nature.
Feminine accusative: eine kindliche Ehrfurcht.
Die kindliche Logik folgt oft eigenen, tieferen Gesetzen.
Childlike logic often follows its own deeper laws.
Feminine nominative: die kindliche Logik.
Der Text dekonstruiert das Ideal der kindlichen Reinheit.
The text deconstructs the ideal of childlike purity.
Feminine genitive: der kindlichen Reinheit.
Sein kindlicher Blick entlarvte die Heuchelei der Erwachsenen.
His childlike gaze unmasked the hypocrisy of the adults.
Masculine nominative: sein kindlicher Blick.
近义词
反义词
常见搭配
常用短语
— To preserve something childlike within oneself.
Er hat sich seinen kindlichen Humor bewahrt.
— Done by a child's hand (often referring to drawings).
Die Karte wurde mit kindlicher Hand gemalt.
— The well-being of the child (legal term).
Das kindliche Wohl steht an erster Stelle.
— The blunt, pure honesty of a child.
Ihre kindliche Ehrlichkeit war erfrischend.
容易混淆的词
The most common confusion. Kindisch is negative (childish), kindlich is positive/neutral (childlike).
Means 'very easy', nothing to do with being childlike in character.
Means 'suitable for children', like a movie or a playground.
习语与表达
— To be simple-hearted and easily pleased.
Trotz seines Erfolgs hat er ein kindliches Gemüt.
neutral— To look at the world with wonder and without prejudice.
Künstler sehen die Welt oft mit kindlichen Augen.
poetic— To trust someone completely and without suspicion.
Sie schenkte ihm ihr kindliches Vertrauen.
literary— To be as happy as a child about something.
Er freute sich kindlich über das kleine Geschenk.
neutral— To project an aura of pure innocence.
Das Porträt strahlt eine kindliche Unschuld aus.
literary— To revert to childlike (or sometimes childish) behavior patterns.
Unter Stress fällt er in kindliche Verhaltensmuster zurück.
psychological— To have facial features that look very young.
Sein Gesicht trägt noch immer kindliche Züge.
neutral— To cause a feeling of childlike wonder.
Die Zaubershow rief kindliches Staunen hervor.
neutral— The childlike part of a person's soul.
Er appelliert an das Kindliche im Menschen.
philosophical— To trigger a sense of curiosity like a child's.
Das Experiment weckte seine kindliche Neugier.
neutral容易混淆
Similar sound and root.
Kindisch implies immaturity and is an insult. Kindlich implies innocence and is a compliment.
Hör auf mit diesem kindischen Verhalten! vs. Sie hat ein kindliches Lächeln.
Latin-based synonym.
Infantil is either clinical/medical or a very strong insult for an adult acting like a baby.
Seine Reaktion war absolut infantil.
Often overlaps with childlike innocence.
Naiv focuses on the lack of knowledge; kindlich focuses on the nature of the person.
Das war eine naive Entscheidung.
Both imply purity.
Unschuldig means 'not guilty' or 'morally pure'. Kindlich is broader and includes appearance.
Er ist unschuldig an dem Verbrechen.
Both refer to youth.
Jugendlich is for teenagers/young adults; kindlich is for small children.
Sie hat ein jugendliches Aussehen.
句型
Subjekt + hat + ein/eine + kindliche(s) + Nomen
Er hat ein kindliches Gesicht.
Mit + kindlicher + Nomen + [Verb]
Mit kindlicher Freude spielt er.
Sich (Dativ) + [Akkusativ] + bewahren
Er bewahrt sich seine kindliche Neugier.
Trotz + [Genitiv] + wirkt er + kindlich
Trotz seines Alters wirkt er kindlich.
Das + Nomen + ist + kindlich
Das Bild ist kindlich.
Ein + kindliches + Nomen + ist + wichtig
Ein kindliches Vertrauen ist wichtig.
Wegen + [Genitiv] + [Verb] + er
Wegen seiner kindlichen Art lachen alle.
Das Kindliche + [Verb]
Das Kindliche besiegt den Zynismus.
词族
名词
动词
形容词
相关
如何使用
Occasional (more common in descriptive writing than spoken slang).
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Using 'kindlich' to mean 'immature'.
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Using 'kindisch'.
'Kindlich' is positive/neutral; 'kindisch' is negative. Calling a colleague 'kindlich' might be okay, but 'kindisch' is an insult.
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Using 'kindlich' for 'easy'.
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Using 'kinderleicht'.
'Kindlich' describes a person's nature; 'kinderleicht' describes a task's difficulty.
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Forgetting the 'd' sound is a 't'.
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Pronouncing it as /kɪnt.lɪç/.
In German, 'd' at the end of a syllable is pronounced as 't'.
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Using 'kindlich' for teenagers.
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Using 'jugendlich'.
'Kindlich' refers to young children (under 10). For older kids, use 'jugendlich'.
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Declining 'kindlich' as 'kindlichere' in the nominative.
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Die kindliche Freude.
Don't add an extra 'er' unless you are making a comparison (more childlike).
小贴士
Watch the endings
Don't forget that 'kindlich' needs an ending when it's before a noun. 'Die kindliche Freude' is correct, not 'Die kindlich Freude'.
The 'L' Rule
Remember: KindLich is Lovely (positive). KindIsch is Icky (negative).
Face vs. Behavior
Use it to describe faces ('kindliches Gesicht') or pure emotions ('kindliche Begeisterung').
The Inner Child
In Germany, 'Kindlichkeit' is often seen as a source of creativity. Don't be afraid to use it as a compliment!
Pair with 'bewahren'
A very common and elegant phrase is 'sich eine kindliche Art bewahren' (to preserve a childlike manner).
The soft 'ch'
Make sure the 'ch' at the end is soft, like a cat hissing, not hard like a 'k'.
Check the mood
If the mood is happy and light, 'kindlich' is the right word. If everyone is annoyed, use 'kindisch'.
Use 'unschuldig' for more weight
If you want to emphasize that someone is completely pure and has no bad intentions, 'unschuldig' is a stronger synonym.
Artistic descriptions
'Kindliche Naivität' is a standard term in art history to describe simple, folk-like styles.
Childlike vs. Youthful
Remember that 'kindlich' is for very young children, while 'jugendlich' is for teens and young adults.
记住它
记忆技巧
Think of the 'L' in 'kindLich' as standing for 'Lovely' or 'Like a child'. This helps you remember it's the positive one, unlike 'kindisch' which ends in 'isch' (like 'ish' or 'ugh').
视觉联想
Imagine a bright yellow sun with a smiley face—the kind a child draws. This represents the 'kindliche Freude' (childlike joy) and the simplicity of the word.
Word Web
挑战
Try to find three things today that you can describe as 'kindlich'. Is it a puppy's playfulness? A friend's excited reaction? Write them down in German!
词源
From Middle High German 'kindelīch' and Old High German 'kindilih'. It is formed from the root 'Kind' (child) and the suffix '-lich' (equivalent to English '-ly' or '-like').
原始含义： Originally it simply meant 'belonging to a child' or 'characteristic of a child' without the modern emotional nuances.
Germanic, related to the English 'kind' (in the sense of 'kin' or 'type') and 'childlike'.文化背景
Be careful when describing an adult's appearance as 'kindlich'—while usually a compliment about youthfulness, in some professional contexts it might imply they aren't taken seriously.
English speakers often use 'childlike' and 'childish' similarly to 'kindlich' and 'kindisch', but the German distinction is even more strictly enforced in formal writing.
在生活中练习
真实语境
Psychology
- kindliche Psyche
- kindliche Bedürfnisse
- kindliche Prägung
- frühkindliche Phase
Art/Literature
- kindlicher Stil
- kindliche Perspektive
- kindliche Symbolik
- kindliche Naivität
Daily Life
- kindliches Lächeln
- kindliche Freude
- kindliche Neugier
- kindliche Art
Law/Social Work
- kindliches Wohl
- kindliche Interessen
- kindlicher Schutz
- kindliche Rechte
Religion/Spirituality
- kindlicher Glaube
- kindliches Vertrauen
- kindliches Gemüt
- kindliche Demut
对话开场白
"Findest du es wichtig, sich eine kindliche Neugier zu bewahren?"
"Hat jemand in deiner Familie ein besonders kindliches Gesicht?"
"Wann hast du das letzte Mal eine wirklich kindliche Freude empfunden?"
"Glaubst du, dass Künstler die Welt mit kindlichen Augen sehen müssen?"
"Was ist der Unterschied zwischen kindlich und kindisch für dich?"
日记主题
Beschreibe eine Situation, in der du eine kindliche Freude empfunden hast. Was war der Auslöser?
Welche kindlichen Eigenschaften hast du als Erwachsener noch? Bist du froh darüber?
Schreibe über eine Person, die ein kindliches Gemüt hat. Wie wirkt das auf andere?
Reflektiere über den Begriff 'kindliche Unschuld'. Existiert sie heute noch?
Wie würde die Welt aussehen, wenn wir alle mehr kindliches Vertrauen hätten?
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, usually! It describes positive traits like innocence, curiosity, and youthfulness. However, in a professional setting, calling someone 'kindlich' might suggest they lack gravitas, so use it carefully.
Kindlich = childlike (positive/neutral). Kindisch = childish (negative/immature). For example, 'kindliche Freude' is good, but 'kindisches Verhalten' is bad.
It follows standard adjective declension rules. For example: 'ein kindliches Kind' (nom), 'eines kindlichen Kindes' (gen), 'einem kindlichen Kind' (dat), 'ein kindliches Kind' (acc).
Yes. It's often used to describe elderly people who have kept their sense of wonder or have a very sweet, innocent face.
It's less common than 'süß' or 'jung', but you'll hear it in deeper conversations or when someone is being particularly descriptive.
It's a legal term meaning 'the best interests/well-being of the child'. You'll see it in news reports about family law.
No, that's 'kinderleicht'. 'Kindlich' only describes the nature or appearance of something.
Yes, you can describe a puppy's nature as 'kindlich' to emphasize its innocence and playfulness.
Yes, the noun is 'Kindlichkeit' (childlikeness).
It is neutral to formal. It's perfectly fine in a book or a serious conversation, but might sound a bit 'fancy' in a casual bar setting.
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Write a sentence using 'kindliches Gesicht'.
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Translate: 'He has childlike curiosity.'
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Explain the difference between 'kindlich' and 'kindisch' in German.
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Write a short paragraph about 'kindliche Freude'.
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Use 'kindliches Vertrauen' in a sentence about a friend.
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Describe an adult who looks 'kindlich'.
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Translate: 'We should see the world with childlike eyes.'
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Write a sentence about 'kindliche Unschuld'.
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Use the word 'Kindlichkeit' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'Childlike needs must be respected.'
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Write a sentence with 'kindlicher Glaube'.
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Describe a 'kindliche Atmosphäre'.
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Use 'kindlich' as an adverb.
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Translate: 'Her voice sounded childlike.'
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Write a sentence about 'kindliche Naivität'.
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Use 'sich etwas kindliches bewahren' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'From a childlike perspective.'
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Write a sentence about 'kindliche Entwicklung'.
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Describe 'kindliche Züge'.
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Use 'kindliches Staunen' in a sentence.
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Describe a person you know using 'kindlich'.
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Say 'childlike joy' in German with the correct ending.
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Explain why you shouldn't use 'kindisch' to compliment someone.
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Read the following sentence aloud: 'Er hat sich sein kindliches Gemüt bewahrt.'
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How would you describe an innocent smile in German?
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Tell a short story about someone with 'kindliche Neugier'.
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Say: 'We see the world with childlike eyes.'
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Describe the physical traits of a 'kindliches Gesicht'.
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Use 'kindlich' to describe a piece of art.
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Explain the phrase 'kindliches Vertrauen'.
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Say: 'Childlike innocence is rare.'
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Describe a situation where you felt 'kindliche Freude'.
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Talk about 'kindliche Bedürfnisse'.
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Use 'kindlich' as an adverb in a sentence.
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Pronounce 'kindlich' and 'kindisch' and explain the difference.
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Say: 'The child's well-being is important.'
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Describe a character from a book who is 'kindlich'.
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Talk about 'kindliche Naivität'.
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Say: 'He has a childlike faith.'
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Why is it good to have a 'kindliches Gemüt'?
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Listen and identify: 'Er hat ein kindliches Gesicht.' (True/False: He has a childish face?)
Listen and identify: 'Hör auf, so kindisch zu sein!' (Is this a compliment?)
Listen and identify the case: 'Mit kindlicher Freude.'
Listen and identify the noun: 'kindliche Unschuld'.
Listen and identify the adjective: 'Das kindliche Wohl'.
Listen and identify: 'Sie hat sich etwas Kindliches bewahrt.' (Does she still have childlike qualities?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliche Neugier'. (What quality is being described?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliches Lächeln'. (What body part is involved?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliche Entwicklung'. (What context is this?)
Listen and identify the vowel length in 'kindlich'.
Listen and identify: 'kindliches Vertrauen'. (Does this imply suspicion?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliche Naivität'. (Is this about intelligence or experience?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliche Züge'. (What is being described?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliches Staunen'. (What emotion is this?)
Listen and identify: 'kindliche Begeisterung'. (Is the person bored?)
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Summary
The word <span class='font-bold italic'>kindlich</span> is your go-to adjective for describing the pure, wonderful qualities of childhood. Use it to compliment someone's youthful spirit or innocent joy, but be careful not to use <span class='italic text-red-600'>kindisch</span> by mistake, as that would imply they are being immature and annoying. Example: 'Sie hat sich ein kindliches Staunen bewahrt' (She has preserved a childlike wonder).
- Kindlich means 'childlike' and is usually positive, describing innocence, curiosity, or youthful features.
- It is the opposite of 'kindisch' (childish), which is used to criticize immaturity in adults.
- The word is commonly used for 'kindliche Freude' (childlike joy) or 'kindliches Vertrauen' (childlike trust).
- Grammatically, it is a standard adjective that requires endings based on the noun it modifies.
Watch the endings
Don't forget that 'kindlich' needs an ending when it's before a noun. 'Die kindliche Freude' is correct, not 'Die kindlich Freude'.
The 'L' Rule
Remember: KindLich is Lovely (positive). KindIsch is Icky (negative).
Face vs. Behavior
Use it to describe faces ('kindliches Gesicht') or pure emotions ('kindliche Begeisterung').
The Inner Child
In Germany, 'Kindlichkeit' is often seen as a source of creativity. Don't be afraid to use it as a compliment!
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