small-scale

• Describe algo que es de tamaño, alcance o volumen limitado, especialmente en comparación con algo mayor. Se usa para referirse a operaciones, proyectos o producciones de poca envergadura.

Describes something that is limited in size, scope, or extent.

1. Limited in size or scopeB2formal

   Relating to something that is relatively small in size, extent, or capacity.

   a pequeña escala

   • They started a small-scale business selling handmade crafts.
   • The project was only a small-scale trial of the new system.
   • Small-scale farming often relies on family labor.

   Sinónimoscompactlimitedlocalizedminiatureminormodestrestrictedsmall

   Antónimoscomprehensiveextensivegrandlarge-scalemajorvast

2. Drawn or created on a small scaleB2formal

   Represented or created in a reduced size compared to the original.

   a pequeña escala (dibujo o creación)

   • The architect presented a small-scale model of the building.
   • The map is drawn on a small scale, showing only major roads.
   • Small-scale drawings are useful for initial design concepts.

   Sinónimoscompactminiminiaturereduced

   Antónimosfull-scalelarge-scalelife-size