tween
What is another word for tween? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A child roughly between eight and thirteen years old — older than a young kid but not yet a teenager.
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How to use tween
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tween fashion
tween years
tween audience
Etymology
A shortening of "in between."
Full origin of tween →Frequently asked questions
What does “tween” mean?
The word “tween” means a child roughly between eight and thirteen years old — older than a young kid but not yet a teenager. In plain terms, most often used for a pre-teen kid; also a technical animation term for filling in the frames between two key poses.
How do you pronounce “tween”?
“Tween” is pronounced tween (/twiːn/ in IPA).
How do you use “tween” in a sentence?
Here is “tween” used in a sentence: “The store has a whole section of clothes aimed at tweens.”
What part of speech is “tween”?
Depending on how it is used, “tween” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “tween” have?
“Tween” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a child roughly between eight and thirteen years old — older than a young kid but not yet a teenager.
