* Size: A small or tiny version of something, like "kitten" for a small cat or "houselet" for a small house.
* Affection: A small, endearing, or playful term of endearment, like "mommy" or "sweetheart."
* Contempt: A small or insignificant version of something, implying a lack of importance or respect, like "little man" or "a tiny speck of dust."
How to form diminutives:
* Suffixes: Common suffixes for diminutives include:
* -let: booklet, piglet, starlet
* -ette: cigarette, kitchenette, laundrette
* -ling: duckling, gosling, foundling
* -ie/y: doggie, birdie, bunny
* -kin: manikin, lambkin, napkin
* Prefixes: Some languages use prefixes for diminutives, like the Italian "piccolo" (small) or the Spanish "pequeño" (small).
Example:
* Original word: Cat
* Diminutives: Kitten (size), kitty (affection), pussycat (affection), small cat (size), tiny cat (size)
Note: Diminutives can have different meanings depending on context and cultural nuances. It's important to be aware of the intended meaning before using one.