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This child is a boy

🇬🇧 UK //ðɪs tʃaɪld ɪz ə bɔɪ// 🇺🇸 US //ðɪs tʃaɪld ɪz ə bɔɪ//

Meaning of This child is a boy

A statement identifying a young male person.

In simple words: This child is a male.

This child is a boy in a sentence

• This child is a boy who loves to play soccer.
• In the classroom, this child is a boy among many girls.
• At the birthday party, this child is a boy with a superhero costume.
• During the event, this child is a boy taking part in the activities.
• Look at this child; he is a boy with a big smile.

How to use This child is a boy

Use this phrase in everyday conversation to identify a boy. It's simple and direct, suitable for all audiences.

Grammar pattern

standalone statement

Memory hint

Think of a boy in a bright shirt saying, 'This is me!'

Related words

Collocations with This child is a boy

• this child is
• this boy is
• this child belongs

Synonyms for This child is a boy

• This kid is a boy
• This young male is a boy
• This little boy

Common mistakes with This child is a boy

• Confusing 'child' with 'children', which refers to multiple kids.
• Using 'this' too far from the boy being pointed out.

Frequently asked questions about This child is a boy

What does This child is a boy mean?

This child is a male.

What is the definition of This child is a boy?

A statement identifying a young male person.

How do you use This child is a boy in a sentence?

This child is a boy who loves to play soccer.

Can you give another example of This child is a boy?

In the classroom, this child is a boy among many girls.

What are synonyms for This child is a boy?

Common alternatives include This kid is a boy, This young male is a boy, This little boy.

What words go with This child is a boy?

It commonly pairs with this child is, this boy is, this child belongs.

What are common mistakes when using This child is a boy?

Confusing 'child' with 'children', which refers to multiple kids. Using 'this' too far from the boy being pointed out.

How do you pronounce This child is a boy?

US: //ðɪs tʃaɪld ɪz ə bɔɪ//, UK: //ðɪs tʃaɪld ɪz ə bɔɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use This child is a boy?

Use this phrase in everyday conversation to identify a boy. It's simple and direct, suitable for all audiences.