Punjabi · Adjectives
ਛੋਟਾ
chhota
Small; younger
Beginneradjective
Definition
Little in size, or junior in age.
Example
ਮੇਰਾ ਛੋਟਾ ਵੀਰ ਦਸ ਸਾਲ ਦਾ ਹੈ।
My younger brother is ten years old.
Etymology
'ਛੋਟਾ' (chhota) derives from the Sanskrit 'छोट' (chhota), meaning small or younger. This term has become an essential part of Punjabi vocabulary reflecting size and youth.
How & Where It’s Used
'ਛੋਟਾ' is frequently used in spoken Punjabi, suitable for both formal and informal situations when discussing size or age differences.