How to Pronounce "petite"
word
pəˈtit
puh-TEET
pətˈiːt
puh-TEET
Definition
Describes a woman or girl who is small and slim in build. It often refers to clothing sizes made for people with short height and slender bodies.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈtit
British English
pətˈiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-TEET
UK
puh-TEET
Listen in Context
She is very petite and likes small clothes.
The store has a petite section for short women.
My friend is petite, but very strong.
She's so petite that she can wear kids' shoes.