der Winzling
Translation
tiny creature, little one, mite, tot
Examples
Das Baby ist noch ein richtiger Winzling.
The baby is still a real little one.
Selbst ein Winzling kann große Freude bereiten.
Even a tiny creature can bring great joy.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((a Winzling)) to be (a little one) The newborn was a real little one.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Knirps (tike, little squirt), der Zwerg (dwarf)
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'winzig' (tiny) plus the suffix '-ling', which often refers to something small or a young creature.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'minuscule'. 'Winzling' has a similar feel and comes from 'winzig' (tiny).