Small
Example: The room is small but very comfortable
Definition
"Small" describes something of limited size, quantity, or extent, often implying a scale that is less than usual or expected. For example, a "small" room is one that is not large but can still be comfortable and functional.
Etymology
The word "small" originates from Old English "smæl," meaning narrow or slender. It is related to similar words in Germanic languages, reflecting the idea of something reduced in size. Did you know? The term has maintained its basic meaning of limited size for over a thousand years.
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"Small" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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