Chinese Vocabulary for Baby Products
Ever found yourself trying to communicate with Mandarin-speaking in-laws about baby needs? Or perhaps you’re living in China with a little one? Learning the Chinese terms for everyday baby products isn’t just practical—it’s a doorway to deeper cultural connections.
Why Learn Baby Product Vocabulary in Chinese?
As a language teacher who’s worked with many expat families in Shanghai, I’ve seen firsthand how knowing these specific terms can transform daily routines. Whether you’re navigating a Chinese pharmacy or chatting with your child’s Ayi (nanny), these words will make your life infinitely easier.
Must-Know Categories of Baby Products in Chinese
Feeding Essentials (喂养用品 – Wèi yǎng yòng pǐn)
The feeding relationship is central to baby care, and Chinese culture puts special emphasis on this area. When discussing baby feeding with Chinese speakers, these terms come up constantly:
- 奶瓶 (Nǎi píng) – Baby bottle
- 奶粉 (Nǎi fěn) – Baby formula
- 奶嘴 (Nǎi zuǐ) – Nipple/Pacifier
- 吸管杯 (Xī guǎn bēi) – Sippy cup
Chinese grandparents often have strong opinions about feeding schedules and products. Don’t be surprised if your mother-in-law insists that the 奶瓶 should be glass, not plastic!
Diapering Must-Haves (尿布用品 – Niào bù yòng pǐn)
Changing time vocabulary is essential for any caregiver:
- 尿布 (Niào bù) – Diaper
- 一次性尿布 (Yī cì xìng niào bù) – Disposable diaper
- 湿巾 (Shī jīn) – Wet wipes
- 尿布疹膏 (Niào bù zhěn gāo) – Diaper rash cream
When shopping online on Taobao or in physical stores, knowing these terms will save you from awkward pointing and gesturing.
Bath Time Vocabulary (洗澡用品 – Xǐ zǎo yòng pǐn)
Bath time is a cherished ritual in many cultures, and in Chinese families, it’s no different:
- 婴儿浴盆 (Yīng’ér yù pén) – Baby bathtub
- 婴儿洗发水 (Yīng’ér xǐ fà shuǐ) – Baby shampoo
- 婴儿沐浴露 (Yīng’ér mù yù lù) – Baby body wash
- 婴儿浴温计 (Yīng’ér yù wēn jì) – Bath thermometer
Chinese culture places great emphasis on keeping babies warm during bath time. The concept of 着凉 (zhāo liáng), catching a chill, is taken very seriously.
Safety Products (安全用品 – Ān quán yòng pǐn)
Safety terminology can be crucial in emergency situations:
- 婴儿门栏 (Yīng’ér mén lán) – Baby gate
- 插座保护盖 (Chā zuò bǎo hù gài) – Outlet cover
- 婴儿体温计 (Yīng’ér tǐ wēn jì) – Baby thermometer
- 婴儿安全座椅 (Yīng’ér ān quán zuò yǐ) – Baby car seat
Communication Tip for Parents
One phrase I teach all my parent students is “我需要…” (Wǒ xū yào…) meaning “I need…” This simple phrase followed by any baby product term will help you communicate your needs clearly in stores or with caregivers.
Ready to expand your Chinese vocabulary beyond baby products? A conversation-based approach helps these words stick. Why not explore our GoEast Mandarin free trial class and discover how learning in context makes all the difference?
| Feeding Products (喂养用品 – Wèi yǎng yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 奶瓶 | Nǎi píng | Baby bottle |
| 奶粉 | Nǎi fěn | Baby formula |
| 奶嘴 | Nǎi zuǐ | Nipple/Pacifier |
| 餐椅 | Cān yǐ | High chair |
| 围嘴 | Wéi zuǐ | Bib |
| 婴儿勺 | Yīng’ér sháo | Baby spoon |
| 婴儿碗 | Yīng’ér wǎn | Baby bowl |
| 吸管杯 | Xī guǎn bēi | Sippy cup |
| 奶瓶刷 | Nǎi píng shuā | Bottle brush |
| 奶瓶消毒器 | Nǎi píng xiāo dú qì | Bottle sterilizer |
| 母乳储存袋 | Mǔ rǔ chǔ cún dài | Breast milk storage bags |
| 吸奶器 | Xī nǎi qì | Breast pump |
| 婴儿食物研磨器 | Yīng’ér shí wù yán mó qì | Baby food grinder |
| Diapering Products (尿布用品 – Niào bù yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 尿布 | Niào bù | Diaper |
| 一次性尿布 | Yī cì xìng niào bù | Disposable diaper |
| 布尿布 | Bù niào bù | Cloth diaper |
| 尿布垫 | Niào bù diàn | Changing pad |
| 尿布袋 | Niào bù dài | Diaper bag |
| 尿布桶 | Niào bù tǒng | Diaper pail |
| 湿巾 | Shī jīn | Wet wipes |
| 婴儿爽身粉 | Yīng’ér shuǎng shēn fěn | Baby powder |
| 尿布疹膏 | Niào bù zhěn gāo | Diaper rash cream |
| 便盆 | Biàn pén | Potty |
| Bathing and Hygiene Products (洗澡用品 – Xǐ zǎo yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿浴盆 | Yīng’ér yù pén | Baby bathtub |
| 婴儿洗发水 | Yīng’ér xǐ fà shuǐ | Baby shampoo |
| 婴儿沐浴露 | Yīng’ér mù yù lù | Baby body wash |
| 婴儿香皂 | Yīng’ér xiāng zào | Baby soap |
| 婴儿浴巾 | Yīng’ér yù jīn | Baby bath towel |
| 婴儿洗澡海绵 | Yīng’ér xǐ zǎo hǎi mián | Baby bath sponge |
| 婴儿浴温计 | Yīng’ér yù wēn jì | Bath thermometer |
| 婴儿指甲剪 | Yīng’ér zhǐ jiǎ jiǎn | Baby nail clipper |
| 婴儿梳子 | Yīng’ér shū zi | Baby hairbrush |
| 婴儿牙刷 | Yīng’ér yá shuā | Baby toothbrush |
| 婴儿润肤露 | Yīng’ér rùn fū lù | Baby lotion |
| 婴儿油 | Yīng’ér yóu | Baby oil |
| Clothing and Accessories (衣物和配件 – Yī wù hé pèi jiàn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿连体衣 | Yīng’ér lián tǐ yī | Baby onesie |
| 婴儿袜子 | Yīng’ér wà zi | Baby socks |
| 婴儿帽子 | Yīng’ér mào zi | Baby hat |
| 婴儿手套 | Yīng’ér shǒu tào | Baby mittens |
| 婴儿鞋 | Yīng’ér xié | Baby shoes |
| 婴儿睡袋 | Yīng’ér shuì dài | Baby sleeping bag |
| 婴儿包巾 | Yīng’ér bāo jīn | Swaddle blanket |
| 口水巾 | Kǒu shuǐ jīn | Drool bib |
| 婴儿背带 | Yīng’ér bēi dài | Baby carrier |
| 婴儿衣服 | Yīng’ér yī fú | Baby clothes |
| 婴儿睡衣 | Yīng’ér shuì yī | Baby pajamas |
| Nursery Furniture and Bedding (婴儿房家具和床上用品 – Yīng’ér fáng jiā jù hé chuáng shàng yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿床 | Yīng’ér chuáng | Crib/Baby bed |
| 婴儿床垫 | Yīng’ér chuáng diàn | Crib mattress |
| 婴儿床围 | Yīng’ér chuáng wéi | Crib bumper |
| 婴儿床单 | Yīng’ér chuáng dān | Crib sheet |
| 婴儿枕头 | Yīng’ér zhěn tou | Baby pillow |
| 婴儿摇篮 | Yīng’ér yáo lán | Baby cradle |
| 尿布台 | Niào bù tái | Changing table |
| 婴儿监视器 | Yīng’ér jiān shì qì | Baby monitor |
| 婴儿床铃 | Yīng’ér chuáng líng | Crib mobile |
| 婴儿房加湿器 | Yīng’ér fáng jiā shī qì | Nursery humidifier |
| Safety Products (安全用品 – Ān quán yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿门栏 | Yīng’ér mén lán | Baby gate |
| 插座保护盖 | Chā zuò bǎo hù gài | Outlet cover |
| 抽屉锁 | Chōu tì suǒ | Drawer lock |
| 柜门锁 | Guì mén suǒ | Cabinet lock |
| 转角护垫 | Zhuǎn jiǎo hù diàn | Corner guard |
| 防滑垫 | Fáng huá diàn | Anti-slip mat |
| 防蚊网 | Fáng wén wǎng | Mosquito net |
| 婴儿防蚊液 | Yīng’ér fáng wén yè | Baby mosquito repellent |
| 婴儿安全座椅 | Yīng’ér ān quán zuò yǐ | Baby car seat |
| 婴儿体温计 | Yīng’ér tǐ wēn jì | Baby thermometer |
| Travel Products (旅行用品 – Lǚ xíng yòng pǐn) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿推车 | Yīng’ér tuī chē | Baby stroller |
| 婴儿背带 | Yīng’ér bēi dài | Baby carrier |
| 婴儿旅行床 | Yīng’ér lǚ xíng chuáng | Travel crib |
| 婴儿汽车座椅 | Yīng’ér qì chē zuò yǐ | Baby car seat |
| 便携尿布更换垫 | Biàn xié niào bù gēng huàn diàn | Portable changing pad |
| 婴儿推车挂钩 | Yīng’ér tuī chē guà gōu | Stroller hooks |
| 婴儿推车雨罩 | Yīng’ér tuī chē yǔ zhào | Stroller rain cover |
| 婴儿车载镜 | Yīng’ér chē zài jìng | Baby car mirror |
| Toys and Entertainment (玩具和娱乐 – Wán jù hé yú lè) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Chinese | Pinyin | English |
| 婴儿摇铃 | Yīng’ér yáo líng | Baby rattle |
| 婴儿牙胶 | Yīng’ér yá jiāo | Teething toy |
| 婴儿健身架 | Yīng’ér jiàn shēn jià | Baby gym |
| 婴儿学步车 | Yīng’ér xué bù chē | Baby walker |
| 婴儿跳跳椅 | Yīng’ér tiào tiào yǐ | Baby bouncer |
| 婴儿玩具 | Yīng’ér wán jù | Baby toys |
| 婴儿布书 | Yīng’ér bù shū | Cloth book |
| 婴儿浴室玩具 | Yīng’ér yù shì wán jù | Bath toys |
| 婴儿积木 | Yīng’ér jī mù | Baby blocks |
| 婴儿音乐玩具 | Yīng’ér yīn yuè wán jù | Musical toys |
| 婴儿安抚玩具 | Yīng’ér ān fǔ wán jù | Comfort toy/lovey |
