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छोटा
choṭā
small
वह एक छोटा बच्चा है।
He is a small child.
general
Of little size, not big or large.
यह छोटा घर है।
This is a small house.
छोटा सा बच्चा रो रहा था।
A small child was crying.
Used to describe objects, people, or quantities that are not large.
informal
Young or of a younger age.
वह छोटा भाई है।
He is the younger brother.
Often used to refer to siblings or people in a familial context.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'छोटा' to describe physical size or age, but be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.
Gold Rule
Gender Agreement
In Hindi, adjectives like 'छोटा' must agree with the gender of the noun they modify. For example, 'छोटा लड़का' (small boy) and 'छोटी लड़की' (small girl).
Word Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit root 'छोट' (choṭa), meaning small or little.
Usage Notes
The word 'छोटा' is commonly used in everyday language to describe size, age, or importance. It can be used both literally and figuratively.
Word Breakdown
छोट
small
rootआ
masculine suffix
suffixहिन्दी-अंग्रेज़ी शब्दकोश