Littel vs. Little
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on September 19, 2023
"Littel" is a frequent misspelling, while "Little" is correct, denoting a small size or amount.
Which is correct: Littel or Little
How to spell Little?
Littel is Incorrect
Little is Correct
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Key Differences
Visualize a small item and think of it as "Little," not "Littel."
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 19, 2023
Practice writing "Little" frequently to commit it to muscle memory.
Samantha Walker
Sep 19, 2023
Remember "Little" is related to "Lit," like a small light.
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Sep 19, 2023
Associate "Little" with common phrases like "Little Red Riding Hood."
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Sep 19, 2023
Recollect popular titles like "Little Women" to reinforce correct spelling.
Janet White
Sep 19, 2023
Littel and Little Definitions
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Little
Having scant power or influence; of minor status
Just a little clerk in the records office.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Younger or youngest. Used especially of a sibling
My little brother is leaving for college next week.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Not in the least; not at all
They little expected such a generous gift.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Very young.
Did he tell you any embarrassing stories about when she was little?
That's the biggest little boy I've ever seen.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
(often capitalized) Used with the name of a place, especially of a country or its capital, to denote a neighborhood whose residents or storekeepers are from that place.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
(derogatory) To imply that the inhabitants of the place have an insular attitude and are hostile to those they perceive as foreign.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Operating on a small scale.
Little Steel (smaller steel companies, as contrasted with Big Steel)
Little Science (science performed by individuals or small teams, as contrasted with Big Science)
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in extent of views or sympathies; narrow; shallow; contracted; mean; illiberal; ungenerous.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Not much.
This is a little known fact.
She spoke little and listened less.
We slept very little last night.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Not at all.
I was speaking ill of Fred; little did I know that he was right behind me, listening in.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Not much, only a little: only a small amount (of).
There is (very) little water left.
We had very little to do.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
A small amount.
Can I try a little of that sauce?
Little did he do to make me comfortable.
If you want some cake, there's a little in the refrigerator
Many littles make a mickle. (Scottish proverb)
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in size or extent; not big; diminutive; - opposed to big or large; as, a little body; a little animal; a little piece of ground; a little hill; a little distance; a little child.
He sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Short in duration; brief; as, a little sleep.
Best him enough: after a little time,I'll beat him too.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in quantity or amount; not much; as, a little food; a little air or water.
Conceited of their little wisdoms, and doting upon their own fancies.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in dignity, power, or importance; not great; insignificant; contemptible.
When thou wast little in thine own sight, wast thou not made the head of the tribes?
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in force or efficiency; not strong; weak; slight; inconsiderable; as, little attention or exertion;little effort; little care or diligence.
By sad experiment I knowHow little weight my words with thee can find.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in extent of views or sympathies; narrow; shallow; contracted; mean; illiberal; ungenerous.
The long-necked geese of the world that are ever hissing dispraise,Because their natures are little.
The men, and the women, and the little ones.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
That which is little; a small quantity, amount, space, or the like.
Much was in little writ.
There are many expressions, which carrying with them no clear ideas, are like to remove but little of my ignorance.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
A small degree or scale; miniature.
A little, to or in a small degree; to a limited extent; somewhat; for a short time. " Stay a little."
The painter flattered her a little.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
In a small quantity or degree; not much; slightly; somewhat; - often with a preceding it.
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent;
A little dining room
A little house
A small car
A little (or small) group
A small voice
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
(quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some;
Little rain fell in May
Gave it little thought
Little hope remained
Little time is left
We still have little money
A little hope remained
A little time is left
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Of short duration or distance;
A brief stay in the country
In a little while
It's a little way away
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
(informal terms) small and of little importance;
A fiddling sum of money
A footling gesture
Our worries are lilliputian compared with those of countries that are at war
A little (or small) matter
Mickey Mouse regulations
A dispute over niggling details
Limited to petty enterprises
Piffling efforts
Giving a police officer a free meal may be against the law, but it seems to be a picayune infraction
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Lowercase;
Little a
Small a
E.e.cummings's poetry is written all in minuscule letters
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Sep 10, 2023
Little
Small in a way that arouses feelings (of tenderness or its opposite depending on the context);
A nice little job
Bless your little heart
My dear little mother
A sweet little deal
I'm tired of your petty little schemes
Filthy little tricks
What a nasty little situation
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Sep 10, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Little?
The term "Little" is derived from Old English to describe something small in size or amount.
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Sep 19, 2023
What is the plural form of Little?
"Littles" but this is rare and context-dependent.
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Sep 19, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Little?
Context-dependent, but "and" can be used, e.g., "Little and large."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 19, 2023
What is the verb form of Little?
"Little" does not have a verb form; it's primarily an adjective.
Sawaira Riaz
Sep 19, 2023
What is the root word of Little?
The root is "Little" itself, derived from Old English "lȳtel."
Janet White
Sep 19, 2023
Which preposition is used with Little?
"of" as in "a little of something."
Samantha Walker
Sep 19, 2023
Is the Little term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically.
Janet White
Sep 19, 2023
What is the first form of Little?
Little is an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
Harlon Moss
Sep 19, 2023
How is Little used in a sentence?
"She has a little dog that always follows her."
Samantha Walker
Sep 19, 2023
Is Little a noun or adjective?
"Little" is primarily an adjective but can also be a noun.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 19, 2023
Is Little a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but context can give it positive or negative connotations.
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Sep 19, 2023
What is the second form of Little?
As above, "Little" doesn't have verb forms.
Samantha Walker
Sep 19, 2023
About Author
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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