This is the 10156th most frequent German word.
petite
The word "petite" is not German; it is French, meaning "small" or "delicate" (in size or stature).
Here, 'petite' is translated as 'kleine', describing the small size of the cat.
Die kleine Katze ist sehr süß.
The petite cat is very cute.
In this context, 'petite' refers to 'small-sized', emphasizing compactness and portability.
Ich mag petite Bücher, weil sie leicht zu tragen sind.
I like petite books because they are easy to carry.
Here, 'petite' is used in clothing, often implying a collection designed for smaller body sizes.