How to Say ‘A bit small’ in Simplified Chinese
有点小
yǒu diǎn xiǎo
[yoh-dyen xiǎo]
Phrase Breakdown
有点
yǒu diǎn
[yoh-dyen]
a little; somewhat
Often used before adjectives to show a slight degree, sometimes with a negative feeling.
我有点累，但是会继续控制饮食。
I am a little tired, but I will continue to control my diet.
小
xiǎo
[xiǎo]
small
Not large in size or amount.
这个小盒子很漂亮。
This small box is very pretty.
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