Meaning

Primary

Small Build

Alternatives

Small Stature, Petite

Word Type

noun, な adjective, の adjective

Explanation

Someone built from a small pattern has a small build. I know lots of little old ladies that were built from these small patterns.

Reading

こがら
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

The readings for this word are both kun'yomi readings. You've learned both of these readings by now so you should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

その店では、一人の小柄なおばあさんが買い物をしていた。

The short old woman did her shopping alone in the store.

Kanji Composition