幼児
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Noun referring to a young child, typically from infancy to early childhood. Used in contexts like childcare, education, or family. Example: 『幼児がいます』 (youji ga imasu, 'There is an infant').
Theme

At a community center, Mika and User are discussing childcare tips for infants during a parenting workshop.

幼児

ようじ

infant / baby / child

People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'yo-yo' (sounds like 『ようじ』 youji) being played by a baby — 'Yo-yo infant' → 幼児 (youji, 'infant').

Cultural Note

In Japan, 『幼児』 (youji, 'infant') often refers to children aged 1–6 years, and there are special facilities like 『保育園』 (hoikuen, 'daycare') and 『幼稚園』 (youchien, 'kindergarten') for their care and education.

Forms

Base: 幼児Noun referring to a young child, typically from infancy to early childhood. Used in contexts like childcare, education, or family. Example: 『幼児がいます』 (youji ga imasu, 'There is an infant').