diminutives

[US]/[ˈdɪmɪnɪtɪv(z)]/
[UK]/[ˈdɪmɪnɪtɪv(z)]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A word formed by adding a suffix to another word to express smallness, affection, or familiarity.
n., pl.Words that are diminutives.

Phrases & Collocations

using diminutives

love diminutives

diminutives add

featuring diminutives

diminutives create

avoiding diminutives

diminutives express

diminutives often

diminutives denote

diminutives convey

Example Sentences

i need a little help with this project.

can you pass me a small piece of paper?

he's a tiny bit nervous about the presentation.

she has a little dog named sparky.

let's just take a quick look at the results.

i'd like a small coffee, please.

it's a little chilly outside today.

he's a little taller than his brother.

she wore a pretty little dress to the party.

i have a small favor to ask you.

it was a little difficult to understand.

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