noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
small scale; small-sized
Describes something modest in size or scope, such as a business, event, or operation. Often used with の to modify nouns.
I work at a small-scale company.
It was a small-scale event, but it was very enjoyable.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
small family; small household
Refers to a family or household with few members. Often implies a nuclear family or a couple without many dependents.
Since we are a small family, the burden of housework is light.
I'm looking for recipes for small households.
小規模 is a more common and general term for 'small scale', used in many contexts. 小所帯 is less frequent and often carries a nuance of modesty or intimacy.
Compound of 小 (small) and 所帯 (household, family). The reading しょうじょたい follows standard on'yomi. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word is conventionally associated with the meanings of its components.