How do you say "It's smaller." in French?

"It's smaller." in French is "Elle est plus petite.". This phrase is commonly used in France.

What does "Elle est plus petite." mean in English?

"Elle est plus petite." means "It's smaller." in English.

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How to Say ‘It's smaller.’ in French

Elle est plus petite.

ell ay ploo puh-teet

[ell ay ploo puh-teet]

Phrase Breakdown

Elle est

ell ay

It is / She is

Refers to a feminine noun like a room or table, or to a woman depending on context.

Example

Elle est prête.

It is ready.

Words in this phrase

Elle

[ell]

it / she

Refers to a feminine noun already mentioned, often 'la salle'.

Example

Elle convient mieux aux repas en petit comité.

It suits meals in a small group better.

est

[ay]

A common form of 'être' used to describe size, quality, or condition.

Example

La salle est disponible dès 19 heures.

The room is available from 7 p.m.

Plus petite

ploo puh-teet

Smaller

Comparative form used to say something is smaller than another thing.

Example

Cette salle est plus petite.

This room is smaller.

Words in this phrase

plus

[ploo]

Used in comparisons; here it combines with 'petite' to mean 'smaller'.

Example

Cette option est plus adaptée à huit personnes.

This option is more suitable for eight people.

petite

[puh-teet]

small

Feminine adjective meaning small; used for feminine nouns like 'salle'.

Example

La pièce est petite mais très agréable.

The room is small but very pleasant.

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