Here's why:
* Opposite of Big: Small is the direct opposite of big in terms of size.
* Short Vowel Sound: The vowel sound in "small" is the short "a" sound, which is a short vowel sound.
Here's why:
* Opposite of Big: Small is the direct opposite of big in terms of size.
* Short Vowel Sound: The vowel sound in "small" is the short "a" sound, which is a short vowel sound.