Translation of Kazakh word "кішкентай" to English
кішкентай
/kiʃkentɑj/
Meaning
AdjectiveNot large or big; insignificant; few in number.
How to use
The adjective 'кішкентай' is often used to describe something small in size, but can also imply a sense of cuteness or endearment. Always precedes the noun in Kazakh, does not change form for gender or number.
🇬🇧 English
small
Example
Кішкентай үй өте жайлы.
The small house is very cozy.
Кішкентай көлік өте жылдам.
The small car is very fast.
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Common phrases
- кішкентай бала— small child
- Кішкентай үй өте жайлы.— The small house is very cozy.
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What does the Kazakh word "кішкентай" mean?▼
The Kazakh word "кішкентай" means "small" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Кішкентай үй өте жайлы." (which translates as "The small house is very cozy.").
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