English–Spanish

“little thing” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/koˈsita/

Example

¿Qué es esa cosita?

What is that little thing?

Illustration for cosita (little thing)

How to say “little thing” in Spanish

“Little thing” in Spanish is cosita.

A small, low-importance matter or minor issue.

Full entry for cosita: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cosita

Voy a pedirte una cosita.

I'm going to ask you for a little favor.

Tips for using cosita

  • In casual or affectionate contexts it can be playful for a tiny object, but applied to someone's problem it may imply the issue is unworthy of concern.

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