小家伙 (xiǎo jiā) — little one; little guy (affectionate term for a child or small animal)

Definition

An affectionate way to call a child or small animal 'little one' or 'little guy'. Used as a term of endearment, similar in tone to "kiddo" or "little one".

noun
little onelittle guy (affectionate term for a child or small animal)
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Examples

  • Zhè ge xiǎo jiā huo zhēn kě ài.
    This little one is really cute.
  • Xiǎo jiā huo, bié kū le, mā ma zài zhè r.
    Little one, don't cry, mom is here.
  • Nà zhī xiǎo gǒu shì gè wán pí de xiǎo jiā huo.
    That puppy is a mischievous little one.

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