Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Pequeño: small, little
pequeño
Pronunciation: peh-KEH-nyoh (stress the capital letters)
Pequeño means “small, little” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: small, little
- How to say it: peh-KEH-nyoh
- Forms: pequeño, pequeña, pequeños, pequeñas
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “pequeño” means and how to use it
Pequeño means “small” or “little.” The ñ is pronounced like “ny.”
Forms of “pequeño”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | pequeño | pequeños |
| Feminine | pequeña | pequeñas |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Tengo un perro pequeño.I have a small dog.
- Es un pueblo muy pequeño.It is a very small town.
- Mi hija es pequeña todavía.My daughter is still little.
Usage tip
Another word for small is “chico” in many countries, and “poco” means “a little.” The URL for this page uses “pequeno.”
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “small, little” in Spanish?
“small, little” in Spanish is “pequeño.” It is pronounced peh-KEH-nyoh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “pequeño”?
Say peh-KEH-nyoh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “pequeño” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “pequeño,” “pequeña,” “pequeños,” and “pequeñas.”
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