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diminutive
Example
He found a diminutive frog hopping along the path during his nature walk.
The diminutive flower bloomed delicately in the garden, adding a touch of color to the landscape.
She wore a diminutive pendant around her neck, a cherished keepsake from her grandmother.
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小型の, 小さな
(of a name, suffix, or grammatical form) indicating smallness or a lesser degree, often used to convey affection
Example
The use of diminutive suffixes can alter the perceived size or importance of the object in grammatical terms.
In some languages, diminutive endings can change the tone of a noun to reflect endearment or triviality.
He often called his daughter by a diminutive pet name.
Diminutive
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縮小形, 小型形
a word form or affix that is added to a base word to express smallness, endearment, or a sense of familiarity
What is a "diminutive"?
A diminutive is a word form that conveys a smaller size or a sense of affection or familiarity, often by adding a specific suffix to a base word. Diminutives can indicate not only physical size but also endearment or tenderness. For example, the word "dog" can become "doggy", and "book" can change to "booklet". These alterations often reflect a more casual or affectionate tone in communication. Diminutives are commonly used in various languages to express intimacy or warmth, allowing speakers to convey nuanced feelings towards people, animals, or objects.
Example
In many languages, diminutives are used to form endearing or less formal terms.
例
He found a diminutive frog hopping along the path during his nature walk.
The diminutive flower bloomed delicately in the garden, adding a touch of color to the landscape.
She wore a diminutive pendant around her neck, a cherished keepsake from her grandmother.
The diminutive kitten curled up in the corner, its tiny frame emitting soft purrs.
They served diminutive cupcakes at the tea party, each one decorated with intricate frosting designs.
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