childish

S2 W2

BrE /ˈtʃaɪldrɪnʃ/ AmE /ˈtʃaɪldrɪnʃ/

adjective en → es

1 BEHAVIOR [attributive / predicative] B1

showing a lack of maturity or responsibility, like the behavior of children

infantil, inmaduro, irresponsable

Collocations childish behavior · childish attitude

His childish refusal to talk is really annoying.

Su negativa infantil a hablar es realmente molesta.

2 PLAYFUL [attributive / predicative] B2

showing the playful or innocent qualities of children, often in an endearing way

juguetón, infantil (en sentido positivo)

Collocations childish laughter · childish fun

Her childish enthusiasm for the game was infectious.

Su entusiasmo infantil por el juego era contagioso.