“On the small side” in Japanese
Short answer
On the small side in Japanese is “小さめ” (chiisame). Full meaning: smallish, on the small side.
Other ways to say “On the small side” in Japanese
小振り
koburi smallish, on the small side, somewhat small, undersized, small size; short swing of a bat, racquet, etc.
やや小さい
yayachiisai smallish, on the small side
こぶり
koburi smallish, on the small side, somewhat small, undersized, small size; short swing of a bat, racquet, etc.
小ぶり
koburi smallish, on the small side, somewhat small, undersized, small size; short swing of a bat, racquet, etc.
小さ目
chiisame smallish, on the small side
ちいさめ
chiisame smallish, on the small side
ちっちゃめ
chitchame smallish, on the small side
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