B1adjective 2K

Tiny

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtaɪni/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtaɪni/"]/

Meaning of Tiny

very small in size or amount

In simple words: very small

Tiny in a sentence

• She has a tiny puppy that fits in her hand.
• The tiny crack in the wall was hard to notice.
• He looked at the tiny details in the painting.
• Despite its tiny size, the ant was incredibly strong.
• They found a tiny piece of jewelry buried in the sand.

How to use Tiny

Use 'tiny' to describe objects or animals that are very small. It's suitable for everyday conversation but may not fit formal writing. Avoid using it for larger items.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a tiny ant, much smaller than your finger.

Related words

Collocations with Tiny

• be
• feel
• look
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• little tiny
• tiny little

Synonyms for Tiny

• small
• minute
• microscopic
• diminutive
• petite

Opposites of Tiny

• huge
• enormous
• massive

Common mistakes with Tiny

• Using 'tiny' for things that are merely small, not extremely small.
• Confusing 'tiny' with 'little', which can have different connotations.
• Using it in a formal context where more precise language is needed.

Frequently asked questions about Tiny

What does Tiny mean?

very small

What is the definition of Tiny?

very small in size or amount

How do you use Tiny in a sentence?

She has a tiny puppy that fits in her hand.

Can you give another example of Tiny?

The tiny crack in the wall was hard to notice.

What are synonyms for Tiny?

Common alternatives include small, minute, microscopic, diminutive, petite.

What is the opposite of Tiny?

Opposite meanings include huge, enormous, massive.

What words go with Tiny?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, little tiny, tiny little.

What are common mistakes when using Tiny?

Using 'tiny' for things that are merely small, not extremely small. Confusing 'tiny' with 'little', which can have different connotations. Using it in a formal context where more precise language is needed.

How do you pronounce Tiny?

US: /["/ˈtaɪni/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtaɪni/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tiny?

Use 'tiny' to describe objects or animals that are very small. It's suitable for everyday conversation but may not fit formal writing. Avoid using it for larger items.

What CEFR level is Tiny?

"Tiny" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.