big things come in small packages
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: big things sometimes come in small packages
Meaning · English
Things should not be underestimated because of their small size.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “big things come in small packages” mean?
Things should not be underestimated because of their small size.
Is “big things come in small packages” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.