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babysitter test

babysitter test

4.3
A situation that checks how someone cares for children, for example in an emergency
  • noun
  • /ˈbeɪbiˌsɪtər tɛst/
translation icon : prueba de niñera
  • Some parents create a babysitter test to see how prospective sitters handle emergencies.

Examples

  • The interview included a babysitter test where she dealt with a crying child.

  • Passing the babysitter test proved he was ready for more responsibility.

  • The babysitter test is crucial for new caregivers.

  • Did you pass the babysitter test last week?

  • Some parents create a babysitter test to see how prospective sitters handle emergencies.

  • Passing the babysitter test proved he was ready for more responsibility.

  • The interview included a babysitter test where she dealt with a crying child.

Surface Forms

babysitter test singular
babysitter tests plural

Morphology

babysitter + test

The phrase is a straightforward noun-noun composition where 'babysitter' (person who cares for children) + 'test' (an assessment) yields an assessment of babysitting ability. This follows a common and cross-linguistic '[role] test' pattern that a B1 learner who knows both constituents will immediately understand.

Etymology

Babysitter test comes from a clear picture: parents give a short, real-life trial to someone who will watch their children, so the babysitter is put through a small test, for example a crying child or a minor emergency. So the phrase means 'to check a person's ability to care for children'.