Swedish · Adjectives

Liten

Small

Beginneradjective

Definition

Little in size or amount.

Example

Vi bor i ett litet hus.

We live in a small house.

Etymology

The term 'liten' originates from the Proto-Germanic '*liti', a diminutive form used to describe smallness and has remained consistent in its use across languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'Liten' is frequently used in everyday conversation and written texts in both formal and informal settings, often to specify size or age.

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