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parenting
PEH-uh-ruhn-tihng
Parenting (noun) means the activity and approach of raising and guiding a child. Example: “Good parenting often means staying patient when your child is tired and grumpy.”
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The activity and approach of raising and guiding a child.
"Good parenting often means staying patient when your child is tired and grumpy."
"She joined a parenting group to share advice with other new mothers and fathers."
"They read several books on gentle parenting before the baby arrived."
How to use parenting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe everyday work and style of bringing up a child.
Common pairings
parenting style
gentle parenting
co-parenting
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Rhymes for parenting
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Frequently asked questions
What does “parenting” mean?
The word “parenting” means the activity and approach of raising and guiding a child. In plain terms, the everyday work and style of bringing up a child.
How do you pronounce “parenting”?
“Parenting” is pronounced PEH-uh-ruhn-tihng (/ˈpɛəɹəntɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “parenting” in a sentence?
Here is “parenting” used in a sentence: “They read several books on gentle parenting before the baby arrived.”
What part of speech is “parenting”?
“Parenting” is a noun.
Is “parenting” a common word?
“Parenting” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between parenting and mothering or fathering?
Parenting is a gender-neutral term for raising and guiding a child. 'Mothering' and 'fathering' specify the parent's role, and 'fathering' can also mean simply becoming a father.
What is the difference between parenting and childcare?
Parenting is the overall activity and approach of raising and guiding a child over time. Childcare usually refers to the practical, often paid, day-to-day supervision of children.
What are the common styles of parenting?
Commonly described styles include authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and uninvolved parenting. They differ mainly in how much warmth and how much control the parent provides.
What words commonly combine with parenting?
Frequent phrases include 'positive parenting,' 'co-parenting,' 'helicopter parenting,' and 'parenting style.' These describe different approaches to raising a child.
