Urdu · Adjectives
چھوٹا
chhota
Small; younger
Beginneradjective
Definition
Of little size; also means younger.
Example
ہم نے چھوٹا فلیٹ خریدا۔
We bought a small flat.
Etymology
'چھوٹا' (chhota) comes from the Middle Indic 'chhoto', which is linked to the Sanskrit 'छोट' (chhota) referring to 'small'. Its usage has retained the idea of size across time.
How & Where It’s Used
'چھوٹا' is used in informal and formal contexts to indicate smallness or youth. It enjoys widespread recognition in Urdu-speaking areas.