Adopt in Different Languages: “Adopt” in Languages the World

The word “adopt” has a meaningful place in everyday communication. It can describe welcoming a child into a family, taking an animal into your home, or choosing a new idea, habit, or approach.

Although the word has a similar purpose across many cultures, its translation changes depending on the language and context.

If you want to learn how to say adopt in different languages, this guide provides 70 translations, easy English pronunciations, and practical example sentences.

if you are learning a new language, writing multilingual content, traveling, or exploring adoption-related vocabulary, these translations will help you understand how the word is used around the world.

How to Say Adopt in Different Languages

The word “adopt” has different translations depending on the language and intended meaning. For example, some languages use one verb for adopting a child and another for adopting an idea or practice.

The table below focuses primarily on the verb meaning to adopt a child, welcome an animal into a home, or take someone or something into one’s care, while examples illustrate natural usage where possible.

Adopt in 70 Different Languages: Translations and Examples

The following table includes 70 languages, their native translations, easy pronunciation guides, example sentences, and English meanings.

Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers. Some translations may change depending on grammatical tense, formality, or context.

#	Language	Native phrase	Easy pronunciation	Example sentence	English meaning
1	English	Adopt	uh-DOPT	We want to adopt a child.	We want to adopt a child.
2	Spanish	Adoptar	ah-dop-TAR	Queremos adoptar un niño.	We want to adopt a child.
3	French	Adopter	ah-dop-TAY	Nous voulons adopter un enfant.	We want to adopt a child.
4	German	Adoptieren	ah-dop-TEE-ren	Wir möchten ein Kind adoptieren.	We want to adopt a child.
5	Italian	Adottare	ah-dot-TAH-reh	Vogliamo adottare un bambino.	We want to adopt a child.
6	Portuguese	Adotar	ah-doo-TAR	Queremos adotar uma criança.	We want to adopt a child.
7	Dutch	Adopteren	ah-dop-TAY-ren	Wij willen een kind adopteren.	We want to adopt a child.
8	Swedish	Adoptera	ah-dop-TEH-rah	Vi vill adoptera ett barn.	We want to adopt a child.
9	Norwegian	Adoptere	ah-dop-TEH-reh	Vi ønsker å adoptere et barn.	We want to adopt a child.
10	Danish	Adoptere	ah-dop-TEH-ruh	Vi vil adoptere et barn.	We want to adopt a child.
11	Finnish	Adoptoida	ah-dop-TOY-dah	Haluamme adoptoida lapsen.	We want to adopt a child.
12	Icelandic	Ættleiða	EHT-leh-thah	Við viljum ættleiða barn.	We want to adopt a child.
13	Irish	Uchtú	UKH-too	Tá siad ag iarraidh leanbh a uchtú.	They want to adopt a child.
14	Welsh	Mabwysiadu	mab-uh-SYAH-dee	Rydyn ni eisiau mabwysiadu plentyn.	We want to adopt a child.
15	Polish	Adoptować	ah-dop-TOH-vach	Chcemy adoptować dziecko.	We want to adopt a child.
16	Czech	Adoptovat	ah-dop-TOH-vaht	Chceme adoptovat dítě.	We want to adopt a child.
17	Slovak	Adoptovať	ah-dop-TOH-vat	Chceme adoptovať dieťa.	We want to adopt a child.
18	Slovenian	Posvojiti	pohs-VOY-tee-tee	Želimo posvojiti otroka.	We want to adopt a child.
19	Croatian	Posvojiti	pohs-VOY-tee-tee	Želimo posvojiti dijete.	We want to adopt a child.
20	Serbian	Усвојити (Usvojiti)	oo-SVOY-ee-tee	Желимо да усвојимо дете.	We want to adopt a child.
21	Bulgarian	Осиновявам (Osinovyavam)	oh-see-noh-VYAH-vam	Искаме да осиновим дете.	We want to adopt a child.
22	Russian	Усыновить (Usynovit’)	oo-sih-nah-VEET	Мы хотим усыновить ребёнка.	We want to adopt a child.
23	Ukrainian	Усиновити (Usynovyty)	oo-sih-noh-VIH-tih	Ми хочемо усиновити дитину.	We want to adopt a child.
24	Greek	Υιοθετώ (Yiotheto)	ee-oh-theh-TOH	Θέλουμε να υιοθετήσουμε ένα παιδί.	We want to adopt a child.
25	Romanian	A adopta	ah ah-dop-TAH	Vrem să adoptăm un copil.	We want to adopt a child.
26	Hungarian	Örökbe fogadni	UH-ruh-kbeh foh-GAHD-nee	Szeretnénk örökbe fogadni egy gyermeket.	We want to adopt a child.
27	Albanian	Birësoj	bee-ruh-SOY	Ne duam të birësojmë një fëmijë.	We want to adopt a child.
28	Lithuanian	Įvaikinti	een-vy-KIN-tee	Norime įvaikinti vaiką.	We want to adopt a child.
29	Latvian	Adoptēt	ah-dop-TAYT	Mēs vēlamies adoptēt bērnu.	We want to adopt a child.
30	Estonian	Lapsendama	laps-en-DAH-mah	Me soovime lapsendada lapse.	We want to adopt a child.
31	Turkish	Evlat edinmek	ev-LAHT eh-deen-MEK	Bir çocuk evlat edinmek istiyoruz.	We want to adopt a child.
32	Arabic	تَبَنَّى (Tabannā)	tah-ban-NAH	نريد أن نتبنى طفلًا.	We want to adopt a child.
33	Hebrew	לאמץ (Le’amtz)	leh-ah-METS	אנחנו רוצים לאמץ ילד.	We want to adopt a child.
34	Persian	به فرزندی پذیرفتن	beh far-zan-DEE pah-zeer-of-TAN	ما می‌خواهیم کودکی را به فرزندی بپذیریم.	We want to adopt a child.
35	Urdu	گود لینا	goad LAY-nah	ہم ایک بچہ گود لینا چاہتے ہیں۔	We want to adopt a child.
36	Hindi	गोद लेना	goad LAY-nah	हम एक बच्चा गोद लेना चाहते हैं।	We want to adopt a child.
37	Bengali	দত্তক নেওয়া	dot-tok neh-WAH	আমরা একটি শিশু দত্তক নিতে চাই।	We want to adopt a child.
38	Punjabi	ਗੋਦ ਲੈਣਾ	goad LAY-nah	ਅਸੀਂ ਇੱਕ ਬੱਚਾ ਗੋਦ ਲੈਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ।	We want to adopt a child.
39	Gujarati	દત્તક લેવું	dut-tuk LEH-voo	અમે એક બાળક દત્તક લેવા માંગીએ છીએ.	We want to adopt a child.
40	Marathi	दत्तक घेणे	dut-tuk GHEH-neh	आम्हाला एक मूल दत्तक घ्यायचे आहे.	We want to adopt a child.
41	Nepali	धर्मपुत्र वा धर्मपुत्री बनाउनु	dhar-mah-PUT-rah wah dhar-mah-PUT-ree buh-NAH-oo-noo	हामी बच्चा धर्मसन्तान बनाउन चाहन्छौँ।	We want to adopt a child.
42	Sinhala	දරුකමට හදාගන්නවා	dah-roo-kah-mah-tah hah-dah-GAN-nah-wah	අපට දරුවෙකු දරුකමට හදාගන්න අවශ්‍යයි.	We want to adopt a child.
43	Tamil	தத்தெடுக்க	that-theh-duk-kah	நாங்கள் ஒரு குழந்தையைத் தத்தெடுக்க விரும்புகிறோம்.	We want to adopt a child.
44	Telugu	దత్తత తీసుకోవడం	dut-tuh-tah tee-soo-koh-VAH-dum	మేము ఒక పిల్లవాడిని దత్తత తీసుకోవాలనుకుంటున్నాము.	We want to adopt a child.
45	Kannada	ದತ್ತು ಪಡೆಯುವುದು	dut-too puh-deh-YOO-vuh-doo	ನಾವು ಮಗುವನ್ನು ದತ್ತು ಪಡೆಯಲು ಬಯಸುತ್ತೇವೆ.	We want to adopt a child.
46	Malayalam	ദത്തെടുക്കുക	dut-theh-doo-KOO-gah	ഞങ്ങൾ ഒരു കുട്ടിയെ ദത്തെടുക്കാൻ ആഗ്രഹിക്കുന്നു.	We want to adopt a child.
47	Mandarin Chinese	领养 (Lǐngyǎng)	leeng-yahng	我们想领养一个孩子。	We want to adopt a child.
48	Japanese	養子にする (Yōshi ni suru)	yoh-shee nee soo-roo	私たちは子どもを養子にしたいです。	We want to adopt a child.
49	Korean	입양하다 (Ibyanghada)	ee-byahng-hah-dah	우리는 아이를 입양하고 싶어요.	We want to adopt a child.
50	Vietnamese	Nhận nuôi	nyun noo-ee	Chúng tôi muốn nhận nuôi một đứa trẻ.	We want to adopt a child.
51	Thai	รับเลี้ยงบุตรบุญธรรม	rap-lee-ang boot-boon-tham	เราต้องการรับเลี้ยงบุตรบุญธรรม	We want to adopt a child.
52	Indonesian	Mengadopsi	muh-ngah-DOP-see	Kami ingin mengadopsi seorang anak.	We want to adopt a child.
53	Malay	Mengambil anak angkat	muh-ngam-beel AH-nak ANG-kat	Kami ingin mengambil anak angkat.	We want to adopt a child.
54	Filipino (Tagalog)	Mag-ampon	mag-am-PON	Gusto naming mag-ampon ng bata.	We want to adopt a child.
55	Swahili	Kuasili	koo-ah-SEE-lee	Tunataka kuasili mtoto.	We want to adopt a child.
56	Amharic	ማደጎ መውሰድ	mah-deh-GOH meh-woo-SEHD	ልጅ ማደጎ መውሰድ እንፈልጋለን።	We want to adopt a child.
57	Somali	Korsasho	kor-SHAH-shoh	Waxaan rabnaa inaan ilmo korsanno.	We want to adopt a child.
58	Yoruba	Gba ọmọ ṣọmọ	gba aw-MAW shaw-MAW	A fẹ́ gba ọmọ ṣọmọ.	We want to adopt a child.
59	Zulu	Ukutholwa njengengane yokutholwa	oo-koo-thol-WAH njeh-ngah-NEH yoh-koo-thol-WAH	Sifuna ukuthola ingane yokutholwa.	We want to adopt a child.
60	Xhosa	Ukuthatha umntwana njengowakho	oo-koo-THAH-thah oom-ntwah-nah njeh-ngoh-WAH-khoh	Sifuna ukuthatha umntwana njengowethu.	We want to adopt a child.
61	Afrikaans	Aanneem	AHN-naym	Ons wil ‘n kind aanneem.	We want to adopt a child.
62	Haitian Creole	Adopte	ah-dopt	Nou vle adopte yon timoun.	We want to adopt a child.
63	Esperanto	Adopti	ah-DOP-tee	Ni volas adopti infanon.	We want to adopt a child.
64	Latin	Adoptare	ah-dop-TAH-reh	Puerum adoptare volumus.	We want to adopt a boy.
65	Basque	Adoptatu	ah-dop-TAH-too	Haur bat adoptatu nahi dugu.	We want to adopt a child.
66	Catalan	Adoptar	ah-dop-TAR	Volem adoptar un infant.	We want to adopt a child.
67	Galician	Adoptar	ah-dop-TAR	Queremos adoptar un neno.	We want to adopt a child.
68	Armenian	Որդեգրել (Vორდegrel)	vor-deh-GREL	Մենք ուզում ենք երեխա որդեգրել։	We want to adopt a child.
69	Georgian	შვილად აყვანა	shveel-ad ahk-vah-NAH	ჩვენ გვინდა ბავშვის შვილად აყვანა.	We want to adopt a child.
70	Kazakh	Бала асырап алу	bah-LAH ah-sih-RAP ah-LOO	Біз бала асырап алғымыз келеді.	We want to adopt a child.

Translation note: Some entries use a specific child-adoption expression rather than a universal verb for every meaning of “adopt.” Example sentences are illustrative, and regional or grammatical alternatives may also be natural.

Understanding the Different Meanings of “Adopt”

The English word “adopt” has several meanings. Choosing the correct translation requires understanding the situation in which you plan to use it.

1. Adopting a Child

This meaning refers to legally or formally becoming the parent of a child who was not previously your child.

For example:

• English: We want to adopt a child.
• Spanish: Queremos adoptar un niño.
• French: Nous voulons adopter un enfant.
• Hindi: हम एक बच्चा गोद लेना चाहते हैं।

In some languages, child adoption has a specific verb or phrase that differs from ordinary adoption.

2. Adopting a Pet

When someone adopts a dog, cat, or another animal, the intended meaning is to take the animal into their care.

For example:

• English: I want to adopt a cat.
• Spanish: Quiero adoptar un gato.
• French: Je veux adopter un chat.
• German: Ich möchte eine Katze adoptieren.

Many languages use the same general verb for adopting a child and adopting a pet, although the most natural wording can vary.

3. Adopting an Idea or Practice

“Adopt” can also mean to accept, choose, or begin using a new idea, policy, habit, or method.

For example:

• English: The company adopted a new policy.
• Spanish: La empresa adoptó una nueva política.
• French: L’entreprise a adopté une nouvelle politique.
• German: Das Unternehmen hat eine neue Richtlinie übernommen.

Notice that the most natural translation may change when the word refers to an idea rather than a person or animal.

Why Learn Adopt in Different Languages?

Learning adopt in different languages can be useful in several everyday situations.

• Language learning: Expand your vocabulary and understand how verbs change between languages.
• International adoption: Become familiar with basic vocabulary when researching adoption in another country.
• Animal welfare: Communicate about pet adoption, shelters, and responsible animal care.
• Travel and cultural understanding: Recognize important words when interacting with people from different backgrounds.
• Writing and translation: Choose more suitable expressions for multilingual articles, educational materials, and conversations.

Understanding context is especially important when discussing adoption because legal procedures and cultural terminology differ from country to country.

How to Pronounce “Adopt” Correctly

In English, “adopt” is pronounced uh-DOPT, with the stress on the second syllable.

Here are a few tips to help you pronounce it naturally:

1. Begin with a short, unstressed “uh” sound.
2. Say “dopt” clearly, keeping the final t sound.
3. Put more emphasis on the second syllable.

When learning translations, do not assume that a similar-looking word has exactly the same pronunciation in another language. Pay attention to vowel sounds, consonants, syllable stress, and tones where applicable.

Common Mistakes When Translating “Adopt”

Although many languages have words that resemble the English word “adopt,” a direct word-for-word translation is not always appropriate.

Using the same word for every context

A translation suitable for adopting a child may not be the most natural choice for adopting a policy or habit. Check the intended meaning before choosing a verb.

Ignoring grammar

Some languages require a different verb form after expressions such as “want to,” while others use a noun-based phrase rather than a single verb.

Relying only on pronunciation

Pronunciation guides are helpful starting points, but they cannot fully represent every sound in a language. Listening to native speakers and practicing in context can improve accuracy.

Overlooking cultural differences

Words connected with family, guardianship, and adoption can carry legal or cultural meanings. For official documents, use terminology approved by the relevant authorities or a qualified translator.

Tips for Remembering Adopt Translations Around the World

Memorizing 70 translations may seem challenging, but a few simple strategies can make the process easier.

• Learn related languages together. Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and French share some vocabulary patterns.
• Practice with short sentences. Remembering a verb in context is often more useful than memorizing a word alone.
• Use flashcards. Put the English word on one side and the native expression on the other.
• Group words by meaning. Keep child adoption, pet adoption, and adopting ideas in separate practice groups.
• Review regularly. Short, frequent practice sessions can help you retain new vocabulary.

For example, practice translating “We want to adopt a child” into three languages each day. Gradually add more languages as you become comfortable with the pronunciation and sentence structure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do you say “adopt” in different languages?

The word “adopt” is adoptar in Spanish, adopter in French, adottare in Italian, adoptieren in German, and 领养 (lǐngyǎng) in Mandarin Chinese. The best translation depends on whether you mean adopting a child, a pet, or an idea.

2. What is the Hindi word for adopt?

The common Hindi expression is गोद लेना (goad lena). It is used when referring to adopting a child and can also appear in contexts involving taking someone or something into one’s care.

3. What is the Urdu word for adopt?

The common Urdu expression is گود لینا (goad lena). For example, “ہم ایک بچہ گود لینا چاہتے ہیں” means “We want to adopt a child.”

4. Is the word “adopt” the same in every language?

No. Some languages have similar words, while others use completely different expressions. Certain languages also distinguish between adopting a child, taking in a pet, and adopting a new idea or policy.

5. Why can “adopt” have different translations in the same language?

The meaning changes according to context, grammar, and usage. A phrase used for legal child adoption may differ from a verb used for accepting a proposal or introducing a new practice. Choosing a context-appropriate translation helps make communication more natural.

Conclusion

Learning adopt in different languages is a practical way to expand your vocabulary and understand how cultures express the idea of welcoming, accepting, or taking something into one’s care.

From Spanish adoptar to Hindi and Mandarin , each language offers its own expression and grammatical patterns.

Use the 70-language table as a starting point for language learning, translation, and everyday communication. For the most accurate results, always consider the context and verify specialized terminology when discussing legal adoption or official documents.

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