childhood behavior

[ˈtʃaɪldhʊd bɪˈheɪvjər]
nounpl: childhood behaviors
comportamento infantil
1. The actions, conduct, and patterns of responses exhibited by children during their early years of development
The psychologist studied childhood behavior to understand emotional development.
A psicóloga estudou o comportamento infantil para entender o desenvolvimento emocional.
2. Typical or expected actions and reactions characteristic of children at specific developmental stages
Tantrums are a normal part of childhood behavior during the toddler years.
Birras são uma parte normal do comportamento infantil durante os anos de criança pequena.
3. Actions or conduct patterns that are specific to or reminiscent of childhood
He exhibited childhood behavior by playing with toys instead of doing his homework.
Ele exibiu comportamento infantil ao brincar com brinquedos em vez de fazer sua lição de casa.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, childhood behavior is a subject of significant interest in psychology, education, and parenting discourse. Brazilian culture often emphasizes family involvement in understanding and shaping childhood behavior, while American approaches tend to balance individual development with societal expectations. The term is commonly used in educational and psychological settings in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
child behaviorjuvenile behaviorinfantile conductpuerile behavior
Antonyms / Antônimos
adult behaviormature behaviorresponsible conduct

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento infantil
Standard and widely used term across Brazil
São Paulo
comportamento da criança
Alternative phrasing commonly used in urban areas
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento infantil
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'comportamento da criança'
Portugal
comportamento infantil
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'comportamento de criança'

Related Words

developmentpsychologyparentingtemperamentsocializationdiscipline

Related Idioms & Phrases

acting like a child
childish antics
growing out of childhood behavior
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