“Little” vs. “Small”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 12, 2023
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The difference between “little” and “small”
- Although interchangeable in meaning, "little" tends to be more casual than "small."
- "Little" is often used to describe things that are cute or endearing, while "small" is more commonly used in a factual sense.
- "Little" can imply that something is smaller than it should be or is expected to be, while "small" simply refers to the absolute size in many cases.
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What is the definition of “little” and “small”?
Little
- "Little" refers to something that is small in size or quantity.
- It can also mean something that is young or not fully developed.
- "Little" can also be used to describe something that is not important or significant.
Small
- "Small" refers to something that is limited in size or extent.
- It can also mean something that is insignificant or unimportant.
- "Small" can also be used to describe something that is not fully grown or developed.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Small” is the more popular variant on the web.
Little
5,910,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- My little sister loves to play with dolls.
- It may only be a little scratch, but it still hurts.
- I have a little bit of money left over from my paycheck.
More popular
Small
6,860,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The small dog could fit in the palm of my hand.
- I made a small mistake on my exam and lost a point.
- Please bring a small bag of chips to the party.
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