No. 959 in Serbian
мала
The Serbian word "мала" translates to "small" or "little" in English and can also mean "girl" or be used as an affectionate term, depending on context.
In a sentence
Моја најбоља другарица је тако мала, али је веома брза.
My best friend is so small, but she is very fast.
Here, 'мала' describes the physical size of the subject, indicating that she is small in stature.
Могу ли ти показати један мали трик?
Can I show you a small trick?
In this context, 'мала' is used metaphorically to describe the trick as minor or simple.
Она је моја мала и најмилија.
She is my dear and beloved.
Here, 'мала' is used as a term of endearment, showing affection rather than describing size.
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