small · adjective /smɔːl/
small (LITTLE)
A1 little in size or amount
Dictionary examples:
They live in a small apartment near Times Square.
We teach the children in small groups.
a small dog/house/car
I'd rather live in a small town than a big city.
Would you like a large or small cola with your burger?
That jacket's too small for you.
Only a small number of applicants are successful.
Learner example:
It is a small vill[a]ge where my grandad live[s]. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; Slovak)
small (YOUNG)
A1 A small child is very young.
Dictionary example:
Looking after small children can be very tiring.
Learner example:
I live wit[h] my wife and my small daughter who [is] 2 years old. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; Polish)
small (NOT IMPORTANT)
A2 not important or serious
Dictionary example:
a small mistake
Learner example:
I'm OK, but I have a small problem! I forgot my books there yesterday, and tomorrow I'll have a test, and I really need to study. (Key English Test; A2; Portuguese)
