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    Pequeña (en. Small)

    /pe.keˈɲa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    It refers to something smaller than normal size.
    She has a small house.
    Ella tiene una casa pequeña.
    It can refer to a person of short stature.
    Although it is small, it is very strong.
    Aunque es pequeña, es muy fuerte.
    Indicates a lesser character or importance.
    It's just a small problem.
    Solo es un problema pequeño.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pā̆cūnus', diminutive of 'pā̆cus' which means small.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cowardly like a small dog
    It refers to someone who is very fearful.
    cobarde como un perro pequeño
    small size
    Indicates that something is of reduced dimensions.
    tamaño pequeño
    sleep like a small child
    To sleep very well, without worries.
    dormir como un niño pequeño

    Related Words

    smallness
    Quality of being small.
    pequeñez
    small
    Adjective that describes something of lesser size.
    pequeño
    tiny
    Affectionate diminutive of small.
    pequeñita

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a young or inexperienced person in a context.
    That girl is small at work, but she has a lot of talent.
    Esa chica es pequeña en el trabajo, pero tiene mucho talento.
    Used in some countries to refer to a small drink.
    I will order a small beer.
    Voy a pedir una pequeña de cerveza.