Danish · Adjectives
Lille
Small
Beginneradjective
Definition
Little in size or amount.
Example
Vi bor i et lille hus.
We live in a small house.
Etymology
'Lille' comes from the Old Norse 'lítill', which means 'small' or 'little'. This word has maintained its form and meaning across various forms of Scandinavian languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Lille' is commonly used in informal everyday conversation as well as in formal writing. It is universally recognized across Denmark without significant regional variations.