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US/ˈper.ən.tɪŋ/
UK/ˈpeə.rən.tɪŋ/
the work of raising a child, including caring for them and teaching them how to behave
In context
Good parenting means giving children both love and clear rules.
Many new mothers read books about parenting to learn what to expect.
Parenting styles differ widely from one culture to another.
Words that go with parenting
noun + noun
- parenting styleA strict parenting style can make teenagers rebel.
- parenting skillsThe council offers free classes to improve parenting skills.
- parenting adviceThere is a lot of parenting advice online, and not all of it is useful.
- parenting classThey attended a parenting class before the baby was born.
adjective + noun
- good parentingGood parenting has a lasting effect on a child's confidence.