How to Say ‘A small discount’ in French
Une petite réduction
💬 Usage Tip: Use 'petite' to politely request something minor.
🇫🇷 In France: A polite request for a discount is more likely to be successful.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Une
[oon]
A
Indefinite article used to refer non-specifically to a noun.
Une petite réduction serait appréciée.
A small discount would be appreciated.
petite
[puh-teet]
small
Describes something as being of little size or quantity.
J'ai reçu une petite réduction sur le prix.
I received a small discount on the price.
réduction
[ray-dook-syawn]
discount
An amount deducted from the usual price of something.
Il m'a offert une petite réduction.
He offered me a small discount.
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