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    Pequeno (en. Little)

    /peˈke.no/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has a size smaller than normal.
    The dog I have is very small.
    El perro que tengo es muy pequeño.
    Refers to something of little importance or magnitude.
    His mistake was small compared to others.
    Su error fue pequeño comparado con otros.
    Used to describe a young person.
    The boy is small but very intelligent.
    El niño es pequeño pero muy inteligente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'paucīnus', a diminutive of 'parvus', which means 'small'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    small detail
    An aspect that, while simple, can be significant.
    pequeño detalle
    small great man
    Ironic or complimentary reference to someone of short height but with great influence.
    pequeño gran hombre
    small but tough
    Someone who, although not big, has character or strength.
    pequeño pero matón

    Related Words

    smallness
    Quality of being small.
    pequeñez
    tiny
    Affectionate diminutive of small.
    pequeñito
    little one
    Place meant for small children, like a daycare.
    pequeñera

    Slang Meanings

    Affectionate term to refer to a child.
    Look at that little one, how cute.
    Mira a ese pequeño, qué lindo.
    Sometimes used in a derogatory context to refer to someone of little importance.
    You are a little one in this game.
    Eres un pequeño en este juego.