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Meanings
1
bringing one's children along
Used when a parent brings their child to an event, into a new marriage, or similar situation. Often implies the child accompanies the parent.
She came to the party with her child.
Remarriage with a child is tough.
2
Refers to a parent-child pair, often seen in contexts like facilities or discounts for families.
This park is bustling with parents and children.
Usage patterns
- 子供連れで〈場所〉に行くto go to a place bringing one's child(ren) along
I went to the zoo with my kids.
- 子供連れ歓迎families with children welcome (sign at a shop or restaurant)
This restaurant welcomes families with children.
- 子供連れ割引a discount for parents accompanied by children
This hotel offers a discount for families with children.
- 子供連れの〈人〉a person accompanied by a child (e.g. customer, passenger)
The number of customers with children is increasing.