No. 10,156 in German
petite
The word "petite" is not German; it is French, meaning "small" or "delicate" (in size or stature).
In a sentence
Die kleine Katze ist sehr süß.
The petite cat is very cute.
Here, 'petite' is translated as 'kleine', describing the small size of the cat.
Ich mag petite Bücher, weil sie leicht zu tragen sind.
I like petite books because they are easy to carry.
In this context, 'petite' refers to 'small-sized', emphasizing compactness and portability.
Das elegante petite Kleid hat der Frau gut gepasst.
The elegant petite dress suited the woman well.
Here, 'petite' is used in clothing, often implying a collection designed for smaller body sizes.
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