winzig
Translation
tiny, minuscule, minute
Examples
Das Baby hat winzige Hände.
The baby has tiny hands.
Das ist nur ein winziges Problem.
This is just a tiny problem.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) tiny, minuscule. Das ist ein winziges Detail.
Similar Words
Synonyms: klein, geringfügig; Antonyms: riesig, riesengroß
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'win(ne)zec', which is connected to 'wenig' meaning 'little' or 'few'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'tiny' insect making a 'whizzing' sound. 'Whizzing' sounds a bit like 'winzig'.