Arabic · Adjectives
صغير
saghir
Small
Beginneradjective
Definition
Little in size or amount.
Example
عندنا قطة صغيرة.
We have a small cat.
Etymology
'صغير' (saghir) comes from the root 'صغر' (ṣġr), which means 'to be small' or 'to diminish.' It has been an integral part of Arabic vocabulary with consistent meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'صغير' is used in various contexts, both formal and informal, prevalent in spoken and written Arabic, and understood across Arabic-speaking regions.