How to Say “too small” in French

trop petit

/tʁo pətˈi/

too small

Pronunciation

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for “trop petit” is /tʁo pətˈi/. Break it down syllable by syllable and practice at a slow pace before building up to conversational speed.

Context

This phrase belongs to the Shopping & Markets category. It is suitable for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce "trop petit" in French?+

The IPA pronunciation is /tʁo pətˈi/. Practice saying it slowly, then at natural speed.

What does "trop petit" mean in English?+

"trop petit" translates to "too small" in English. It belongs to the Shopping & Markets category.

Is "trop petit" formal or informal in French?+

This is a commonly used expression in everyday French conversation. It is appropriate for both casual and standard contexts.

More Shopping & Markets Phrases

"a baguette" → une baguette

/yn baɡˈɛt/

"some croissants" → des croissants

/de- kʁwasˈɑ̃/

"an apple" → une pomme

/yn pˈɔm/

"a strawberry" → une fraise

/yn fʁˈɛz/

"some bread" → du pain

/dy- pˈɛ̃/

"a shirt" → une chemise

/yn ʃəmˈiz/

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