Dictionary monolingual
English
Small
smɔl
Extremely common
100 - 200
100 - 200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Small -
Not large in size; tiny; little
Example: She has a small dog that fits in her purse.
Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations
Note: One of the most common meanings of 'small' referring to physical size.
Limited in size or extent; not great in amount, number, or degree
Example: He only made a small contribution to the project.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Note: Used to describe a quantity or degree that is not significant or substantial.
Young or younger in age or size compared to others
Example: The small child held her mother's hand tightly.
Usage: informalContext: family or childcare conversations
Note: Can refer to both age and physical size when used to describe children.
Small's synonyms
little
Little is used to describe something that is small in size or quantity.
Example: The kitten was so little that it could fit in the palm of my hand.
Note: Little can sometimes imply a sense of endearment or affection, whereas small is more neutral.
tiny
Tiny describes something extremely small in size.
Example: The tiny seed grew into a massive tree over the years.
Note: Tiny emphasizes a very small size, often to the point of being minuscule.
miniature
Miniature refers to something that is a small-scale version of the original.
Example: She collected miniature figurines of famous landmarks from around the world.
Note: Miniature specifically implies a scaled-down replica or representation of something larger.
petite
Petite describes someone or something that is small and slender in build.
Example: The boutique specialized in petite clothing for women of smaller stature.
Note: Petite is often used in the context of describing a person's small physical size or clothing designed for smaller frames.
Small expressions, common phrases
Small fry
Refers to people or things of little importance or value.
Example: Don't worry about those small fry, focus on the big fish in the meeting.
Note: Small fry specifically implies insignificance or unimportance.
Small talk
Casual, light conversation about common, unimportant topics.
Example: Let's make some small talk before we begin the meeting.
Note: Small talk refers to casual conversation rather than the physical size of something.
Small change
Refers to a small amount of money, usually coins.
Example: I found some small change in the couch cushions.
Note: Small change denotes monetary value, not physical size.
Small potatoes
Refers to something insignificant or unimportant.
Example: Compared to the overall cost, the repair fees are small potatoes.
Note: Small potatoes indicates lack of significance or value.
Small wonder
Expresses not being surprised at something because it is logical or expected.
Example: With such dedication, it's no small wonder she succeeded.
Note: Small wonder denotes a lack of surprise or amazement at a situation.
Small world
Expresses surprise at a coincidence or the interconnectedness of people.
Example: Meeting you here! It's such a small world.
Note: Small world refers to the sense of closeness or connection between people, not physical size.
Small-time
Refers to someone or something of little importance or influence.
Example: He's just a small-time actor trying to make it big in Hollywood.
Note: Small-time implies a lack of significance or influence in a particular field.
Small everyday (slang) expressions
Pint-sized
Pint-sized is used to describe something or someone very small in size.
Example: Although she's pint-sized, she has a big personality.
Note: The term 'pint-sized' specifically emphasizes the small size of something, typically in a cute or endearing way.
Itty-bitty
Itty-bitty is used to describe something extremely small or tiny.
Example: She wore an itty-bitty black dress to the party.
Note: Itty-bitty emphasizes extreme smallness, often in a playful or exaggerated manner.
Mini
Mini is used to signify something that is smaller in size compared to the standard.
Example: I bought a mini backpack for my upcoming trip.
Note: The term 'mini' is commonly used in the context of products or items that have a smaller version available.
Compact
Compact is used to describe something small and space-saving.
Example: The compact car is perfect for navigating through the city.
Note: The term 'compact' often implies efficiency and functionality in a small size, especially when referring to electronics or vehicles.
Lilliputian
Lilliputian is used to exaggerate the smallness of something in a literary or whimsical way.
Example: The lilliputian figurines in the dollhouse were meticulously crafted.
Note: 'Lilliputian' carries a literary or whimsical connotation, often highlighting the delicate or intricate nature of small things.
Titchy
Titchy is used informally to describe something very small or tiny.
Example: I keep all my titchy treasures in a small box on my dresser.
Note: 'Titchy' is a colloquial term often used in British English to describe things that are extremely small in size.
Small - Examples
I have a small car.
She has a small dog.
He lives in a small house.
They sell small clothes.
Small grammar
Small - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: small
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): smaller
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): smallest
Adjective (Adjective): small
Adverb, comparative (Adverb, comparative): smaller
Adverb, superlative (Adverb, superlative): smallest
Adverb (Adverb): small
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): small
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): small
Syllables, Separation and Stress
small Contains 1 syllables: small
Phonetic transcription: ˈsmȯl
small , ˈsmȯl (The red syllable is stressed)
Small - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
small: 100 - 200 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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