Polish · Adjectives

mały

small

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of little size.

Example

Kupiliśmy małe mieszkanie.

We bought a small flat.

Etymology

'Mały' originates from Proto-Slavic *male, which means 'small' or 'little'. Its consistency in meaning has remained intact through centuries in the Polish language.

How & Where It’s Used

'Mały' is frequently used in both spoken and written formats, appearing in formal and informal settings alike. Its usage is uniform across regions.

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