diminuto
“diminuto” means “tiny” in Spanish (extremely small in size).
tiny
Also: minuscule, minute
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Había un insecto diminuto en la hoja de la planta.
A2There was a tiny insect on the leaf of the plant.
El texto es tan diminuto que necesito una lupa para leerlo.
B1The text is so tiny that I need a magnifying glass to read it.
Vieron una isla diminuta desde la ventana del avión.
B1They saw a tiny island from the airplane window.
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Words that translate to "diminuto" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: diminuto
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Which of these is the best translation for 'diminuto'?
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From the Latin word 'diminutus', which is the past form of a verb meaning 'to break into small pieces' or 'to make smaller'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'diminuto' the same as 'pequeño'?
Not exactly. 'Pequeño' is the general word for 'small'. 'Diminuto' is much stronger and means something is exceptionally small, like 'tiny' or 'minuscule'.
Can I use 'diminuto' to describe a person?
Yes, but usually to describe their physical size or stature in a descriptive way (like a tiny baby). Be careful, as calling a person 'diminuto' can sometimes sound a bit clinical or overly descriptive compared to 'bajo' (short).
Does 'diminuto' always change to 'diminuta'?
It only changes to 'diminuta' if the person or object you are describing is considered 'feminine' in Spanish grammar. For 'masculine' items, it stays as 'diminuto'.