small words

language: ja

definitions

  1. Words that are short in length or consist of very few syllables.
    ja: 短い言葉
  2. Minor remarks, subtle insults, or trivial comments that can cause emotional distress or hurt feelings.
    ja: ささいな言葉

examples

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

    先生は子供たちに、考えを説明するときは短い言葉を使うように言いました。

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

    ささいな言葉や行動が彼女を傷つけることがあり、彼女はよく人知れず泣いていました。