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    Petits (en. Small)

    pə.ti

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That has a size smaller than average.
    These small books are easy to carry.
    Ces petits livres sont faciles à transporter.
    Designating a limited or insignificant number.
    He brought some small cakes.
    Il a apporté quelques petits gâteaux.
    Referring to a young person or child.
    She has two small children.
    Elle a deux petits enfants.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'parvulus', meaning 'small'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the small details
    Insignificant elements that one might overlook.
    les petits détails
    little by little
    Gradually or slowly.
    petits à petits
    minor concerns
    Minor worries.
    petits soucis

    Related Words

    small
    Referring to something of reduced size.
    petit
    smallness
    Characteristic of being small.
    petitesse
    small child
    A young child.
    petit enfant

    Slang Meanings

    Little buddies
    I'm meeting up with my little buddies at the park.
    On se retrouve avec mes petits potes au parc.
    Little leaders
    The little leaders love being in charge of the group.
    Les petits chefs adorent être à la tête du groupe.