smal

Definition & meaning

The adjective smal describes something that has a small distance between its sides or edges. In English, it translates to "narrow" or "thin."

There are two primary ways the word is used:

1. Physical dimension: Used to describe objects or spaces that are slim or have little width (e.g., a narrow road, a thin ribbon).
2. Body shape: Used to describe a person or part of a person's body that is slender or thin.

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar:

• En-word: smal
• Ett-word: smalt
• Plural: smala
• Definite/Comparative: smala

Word origin: The word originates from the Old Swedish smaler, which is related to the Old Norse smalr. It shares a common Germanic root with the German schmal.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

• Tunn? (thin)
• Slank? (slender/slim)
• Trång? (tight/narrow space)

Antonyms:

• Bred? (wide/broad)
• Tjock? (thick/fat)