wee
Translation
tiny, small, little
Examples
It's just a wee bit too small.
It's just a tiny bit too small.
She has a wee house by the sea.
She has a tiny house by the sea.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) to describe (sth.) as very small She has a wee house.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tiny, small, little; Antonyms: big, large, huge
Etymology
From Old English 'wǣge' meaning 'a weight', hence a small amount.
Memory Tips
Think of the sound 'wee!' like a small mouse. It's very common in Scottish and Irish English.