Liit (en. Small)
li-it
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
State of being small or less than average in size.
The smallness of the firefly does not diminish its beauty.
Ang liit ng kutitap ay hindi nakakapanghina sa ganda nito.
Small size or amount of something.
The small amount of money I have now is not enough for my needs.
Ang liit ng pera na hawak ko ngayon ay hindi sapat para sa aking pangangailangan.
adjective
Describes something with a small size.
The small house has a beautifully crafted design.
Ang maliit na bahay ay may likhang-sining na ganda.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'minutus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
smallness of heart
Limited perspective or capacity in love or emotions.
liit ng puso
Related Words
relative
A person who is part of the family often related to the size or stature in the context of family.
kamag-anak
circle
A shape that can be considered small compared to other larger shapes.
bilog
Slang Meanings
So small
My phone is so small, even with the case on.
Sobrang liit ng phone ko, kasama pa yung case.
Kiddie size
I got the kiddie size shirt because you're so small.
Kinuha ko yung kiddie size na shirt kasi ang liit mo.
Tiny comb
The comb I used is so small, it doesn't look good in the bokeh.
Ang liit ng suklay na gamit ko, hindi maganda sa bokeh.