What do you call someone who is being babysat?

The person being babysat is usually called the child or children.

You can also use other terms depending on the situation:

* Charge: This is a more formal term, often used by babysitters.

* Kid(s): This is a casual term.

* Little one(s): This is a more affectionate term.

* Ward(s): This term is more formal and often used in legal contexts.

Ultimately, the best term to use depends on the specific context and your relationship with the person being babysat.

  • There are a few ways to say babysit in French, depending on the context:Formal:* Garder des enfants: This literally translates to keep children, and is the most common and neutral way to say babysit.Informal:* Faire la nounou: This is more colloquial
  • Here are some alternatives to babysitter, depending on the context:Formal:* Childcare provider* Nannies (if its a longer-term arrangement)* Caregiver * Sitter (informal, but widely understood)Informal:* Babysitter (still the most common)* Watcher* Lo
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