Translation of Polish word "mały" to English
mały
Meaning
AdjectiveNot large or big; insignificant; few in number.
How to use
The adjective 'mały' (small / little) declines regularly. Its comparative degree is formed irregularly as 'mniejszy' (smaller) and superlative is 'najmniejszy' (smallest). In the masculine personal plural, it becomes 'mali' (e.g., 'mali chłopcy').
🇬🇧 English
small
Structure Guide
Polish Word: mały
Translation: small
Example Sentences
To mały pies
This is a small dog
Choć miał ponad sześć stóp wzrostu, mężczyzna był bardzo mały i wstydził się rozbierać.
Even though he was over six feet tall, the man was very small and was ashamed to undress.
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Common phrases
- małe dziecko— little child / baby
- mały pokój— small room
- mały problem— minor problem
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The Polish word "mały" means "small" in English.
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