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小小
xiǎoxiǎo
Description
"小小"的意思是很小、不大，常常用来形容东西的样子很可爱或者很少。
"小小" means very small or not big, often used to describe something as cute or few in number.
它比"小"听起来更温柔，也带一点感情。
It sounds gentler than "小" and also carries a bit of emotion.
Meanings
小小xiǎoxiǎo
tiny; very small (often affectionate)
她有一双小小的手。
She has a pair of small hands.
小小xiǎoxiǎo
just a little; slight; minor
这只是一个小小的问题。
This is just a small problem.
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Notes
- Etymology
reduplication of 小 (small); doubling softens the tone and adds warmth or emphasis.
- Nuance
often carries an endearing or modest feeling, unlike the plain, neutral 小.
In videos
“滨州市是一个小小城市。”
“还有什么比小小破门作乱会更适合的呢？”
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