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kindergarten

/ˈkɪndəˌɡɑːtən/

/ˈkɪndərˌɡɑrtən/

kindergartennoun

kindergartens

/ˈkɪndəˌɡɑːtən/

/ˈkɪndərˌɡɑrtən/

Translations

детский сад

My daughter starts kindergarten next week.

Моя дочь идет в детский сад на следующей неделе.

Additional translations

дошкольное учреждение

ясельная группа

Definitions

A school or class for young children, usually between the ages of four and six, that serves as an introduction to formal education.

She was excited to start kindergarten and meet new friends.

The educational level or year for young children, typically preceding first grade in elementary school.

In many states, kindergarten is mandatory before entering elementary school.

Synonyms

nursery school

early childhood education

kindergartenadjective

/ˈkɪndəˌɡɑːtən/

/ˈkɪndərˌɡɑrtn̩/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to kindergarten.

Definitions

Relating to or suitable for kindergarten or young children of kindergarten age.

The teacher designed kindergarten activities that focused on basic motor skills.

Synonyms