Petit à petit
Example: Petit à petit, elle apprend à parler français correctement.
Definition
"Petit à petit" is a French expression meaning gradually or little by little, indicating that something happens slowly and progressively over time. For example, in the phrase "Petit à petit, elle apprend à parler français correctement," it suggests steady improvement in learning French.
Etymology
The phrase "Petit à petit" literally translates to "small by small" in French. It comes from the repetition of the adjective 'petit,' meaning small or little, emphasizing the idea of gradual progression. The expression highlights the pace of change happening in small increments.
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