Pagliit (en. Smallness)

/pɐgˈli.ɪt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The state or condition of being small.
The smallness of her body caused her concern.
Ang pagliit ng kanyang katawan ay naging sanhi ng kanyang pagkabahala.
A size that is smaller than usual.
The smaller size of her dress fits her well.
Ang pagliit ng sukat ng kanyang damit ay nababagay sa kanya.
The small amount that can be received or obtained.
The smallness of his income caused many challenges.
Ang pagliit ng kanyang kita ay nagdulot ng maraming pagsubok.

Etymology

from the root word 'liit' which means small.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the smallness of the world
the concept that the world is becoming closer or smaller through technology and communication.
sa pagliit ng mundo

Related Words

small
The root word meaning small.
liit
smallness
A state of being small or few.
kaliitan

Slang Meanings

Trash or dirty (like dirt).
What does that trash have to do with what I said?
Anong kinalaman ng pagliit na ‘yan sa sinabi ko?
A small amount or something of no value.
If you think I'm just trash, I won't bother you anymore.
Kung pagliit din lang ang tingin mo sa akin, di na lang kita pakikialaman.
Being insignificant or of no worth.
Do you really see our family as insignificant?
Talaga bang pagliit lang akong tingin mo sa pamilya natin?