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  4. 幼いもの

幼いもの

osoi mono
young thing

幼いものには優しく接しなさい

Be kind to young things


general

A young or immature being, often referring to children or young animals

幼いものを守るのは大人の責任だ

Protecting young things is the responsibility of adults

幼いものの無邪気な笑顔は心を和ませる

The innocent smile of young things soothes the heart

This phrase is often used affectionately or protectively when referring to children or young animals

Collocations

幼いものを守るto protect young things幼いものの笑顔the smile of young things

Synonyms

幼い子供幼い生き物幼い者

Antonyms

大人成熟したもの

Related Phrases

幼い心phrase
young heart
幼い頃phrase
childhood

Pro Tip

Usage Context

This phrase is often used in affectionate or protective contexts when referring to children or young animals.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overgeneralization

While this phrase can refer to young animals, it is most commonly used for children in Japanese.

Word Origin

Combination of 幼い (young, immature) and もの (thing)

Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in contexts where affection or protection is implied. It can refer to both children and young animals.

Word Breakdown

幼い
young, immature
adjective
+
もの
thing
noun
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