slight difference; narrow margin
Used for small gaps in scores, times, or quantities; often appears in competitive or comparative contexts. Antonym: 大差 (large difference).
Antonyms: 大差
The team won by a narrow margin.
The election was decided by a narrow margin.
There is only a slight difference in ability between the two teams.
He lost the final by a narrow margin.
The athlete built a small lead in the first half.
great difference; wide margin
Compound of 小 (small) and 差 (difference). The reading しょうさ follows standard on'yomi.