smallest

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BrE /ˈsmeɪslst/ AmE /ˈsmeɪslst/

adjective en → es

1 SIZE [attributive], [predicative] A2

the size that is smaller than any other; the least in size or amount

más pequeño, más corto, menor

  • the smallest + noun

Collocations smallest room · smallest amount

  • The smallest room in the house is used as a study.

    El cuarto más pequeño de la casa se usa como estudio.

2 RANK [attributive], [predicative] B1

the lowest rank or position; last in order of importance or seniority

menor, menos importante, último en rango

  • smallest + noun

Collocations smallest department · smallest company

  • She is the smallest in her class.

    Ella es la más pequeña en su clase.

3 NUMBER [attributive], [predicative] B1

the number that is less than any other; the least in quantity or amount

menor, menos, el número más bajo

  • smallest + noun

Collocations smallest number of people · smallest amount of money

  • The smallest number of people attended the meeting.

    El menor número de personas asistió a la reunión.