Urdu · Adjectives

چھوٹا

chhota

Small; younger

Beginneradjective

Definition

Of little size; also means younger.

Example

ہم نے چھوٹا فلیٹ خریدا۔

We bought a small flat.

Etymology

'چھوٹا' (chhota) comes from the Middle Indic 'chhoto', which is linked to the Sanskrit 'छोट' (chhota) referring to 'small'. Its usage has retained the idea of size across time.

How & Where It’s Used

'چھوٹا' is used in informal and formal contexts to indicate smallness or youth. It enjoys widespread recognition in Urdu-speaking areas.

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