Hebrew · Adjectives

קטן

katan

Small

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of little size.

Example

קנינו דירה קטנה.

We bought a small apartment.

Etymology

The adjective 'קטן' (katan) originates from the root 'ק-ט-נ' (K-T-N), meaning small or little. Its uses and meanings have remained consistent throughout the history of the Hebrew language.

How & Where It’s Used

'קטן' is commonly used in everyday conversations in both spoken and written forms, in both formal and informal contexts, applicable to various subjects.

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