Here's why:
* Opposite of big: Small is the direct opposite of big.
* 5 letters: It has exactly 5 letters.
* Short vowel sound: The "a" sound in "small" is a short vowel sound.
Here's why:
* Opposite of big: Small is the direct opposite of big.
* 5 letters: It has exactly 5 letters.
* Short vowel sound: The "a" sound in "small" is a short vowel sound.