German · Adjectives
Klein
Small / Little
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of less than average size.
Example
Ich habe ein kleines Apartment.
I have a small apartment.
Etymology
The word 'Klein' originates from the Old High German 'klein', which is similar to the Proto-Germanic '*klainaz', denoting something small or lesser in size.
How & Where It’s Used
'Klein' is used in both formal and informal registers, found in everyday language and written texts, prevalent across German-speaking regions.