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diminutive in Swedish

diminutive in Swedish is diminutiv, pytteliten, förminskande — diminutive means very small in size.

diminutive in Swedish

diminutiv
adj
Very small.
pytteliten
adj
Very small.
förminskande
adj
(obsolete) Serving to diminish.
diminutiv
adj
(grammar) Of or pertaining to, or creating a word form expressing smallness, youth, unimportance, or endearment.
diminutiv
noun
(grammar) A word form expressing smallness, youth, unimportance, or endearment.

What does "diminutive" mean?

  1. adjective Very small in size.
    "A diminutive terrier trotted along beside its owner."
  2. noun A shortened or altered form of a word that suggests smallness, youth, or affection, such as "kitty" from "cat".
    ""Billy" is a common diminutive of "William"."
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diminutive in a sentence

  • A diminutive terrier trotted along beside its owner.
  • The apartment was diminutive but cleverly designed.
  • "Billy" is a common diminutive of "William".

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Frequently asked questions

What is "diminutive" in Swedish?

"diminutive" in Swedish is diminutiv, pytteliten, förminskande. diminutive means: Very small in size.

How do you use "diminutive" in a sentence?

Example: "A diminutive terrier trotted along beside its owner." In Swedish, "diminutive" is diminutiv, pytteliten, förminskande.

Are there other ways to say "diminutive" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 3 translations listed for "diminutive": diminutiv, pytteliten, förminskande.

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