small words

language: es

definitions

  1. Words that are short in length or consist of very few syllables.
    es: Palabras cortas
  2. Minor remarks, subtle insults, or trivial comments that can cause emotional distress or hurt feelings.
    es: Comentarios hirientes

examples

  1. The teacher asked the children to use small words when explaining their ideas.

    El maestro pidió a los niños que usaran palabras cortas al explicar sus ideas.

  2. Small words and actions could hurt her, and she often cried in secret.

    Las pequeñas palabras y acciones podían herirla, y a menudo lloraba en secreto.