klein

The German word "klein" is an adjective meaning "small" or "little". It describes size, quantity, or importance.

• It is a basic adjective and not made up of other parts.

Similar words:

• winzig (tiny)
• gering (minor, small in amount)
• niedrig (low; often used in context of levels or heights)

Differences:

• klein is general and neutral, referring to physical size or degree.
• winzig emphasizes extremely small size.
• gering focuses more on low quantity or importance rather than physical size.
• niedrig is used for low levels, often abstract (e.g., prices, temperatures), less so for size.