adj

itsy

Itsy (adj) means Extremely small (usually said playfully, as in "itsy bitsy"). Example: “She wore an itsy bikini to the beach.”

adj

Extremely small (usually said playfully, as in "itsy bitsy").

"She wore an itsy bikini to the beach."

"Just add an itsy bit more salt."

How to use itsy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA cutesy, informal word for "tiny", almost always paired with "bitsy".

When to use it

Very informal and playful — not used in serious or formal writing.

Common pairings

itsy bitsy itsy little

Word forms

itsier comparative, itsiest superlative

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Etymology

Baby-talk shortening of "little", with the diminutive ending "-sy" tacked on for cuteness.

Rhymes for itsy

bitsy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “itsy” mean?

The word “itsy” means extremely small (usually said playfully, as in "itsy bitsy"). In plain terms, a cutesy, informal word for "tiny", almost always paired with "bitsy".

How do you use “itsy” in a sentence?

Here is “itsy” used in a sentence: “She wore an itsy bikini to the beach.”

What part of speech is “itsy”?

“Itsy” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of itsy?

"itsy" (adj) means extremely small (usually said playfully, as in "itsy bitsy").