TextRanch
The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

1. Input your text below.
2. Get it corrected in a few minutes by our editors.
3. Improve your English!

One of our experts will correct your English.

TextRanch Editors

when i was young vs When I was little

Both "when I was young" and "when I was little" are correct and interchangeable ways to refer to a time in the past when the speaker was a child. The choice between the two depends on personal preference.
Camille profile picture

Explained by Camille
Editor at TextRanch

Last updated: January 08, 2025 • 8022 views

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to a time in the past when the speaker was a child.

"when i was young"

This phrase is used to talk about events or experiences from one's childhood or a younger age.

Examples:

  • When I was young, I used to play in the park every day.
  • I remember when I was young, my grandmother used to tell me bedtime stories.
  • When I was young, I dreamed of becoming a pilot.
  • Dec 29, 2008 ... Eric Burdon & The Animals - When I Was Young (1967). Eric Burdon - vocals Danny McCulloch - bass (Rest in Peace, Danny) Vic Briggs - guitar ...
  • "When I Was Young" is a song released in March 1967 by Eric Burdon and the Animals; it was written by five of the band members – Eric Burdon (vocals), ...
  • Apr 20, 2009 ... Eric Burdon and The Animals - 'When I Was Young', on US TV, 1967. ♫♥ Eric Burdon (vocals) Barry Jenkins (drums) John Weider (guitar/violin) ...
  • Oct 27, 2024 ... ... r/mildlyinteresting - When I was young I numbered each dimple of a golf ball.
  • Nov 9, 2017 ... MØ 'When I Was Young' Official Video “I'm so happy to present this video because it feels very true to the song and to who I am.
  • Nov 1, 2023 ... When I Was Young and it's not close. Love that song. The second verse has some of my favorite lyrics from blink, in general.
  • May 28, 2024 ... In a passage from Mary Cantwell's memoir, Manhattan, When I Was Young, the author describes experiencing a moment of awakening in the 1950s while shopping at ...
  • Feb 23, 2017 ... UncleBojangle. • 8y ago •. "When I was young, the world it was smaller The cities were vast, the buildings were taller I felt really strong ...
  • Sep 24, 2015 ... Remember when I was young and so were you, and time stood still and love was all we knew…” #RememberWhen #TBT.

Alternatives:

  • when I was a child
  • when I was a kid
  • when I was a little boy/girl
  • in my youth
  • during my childhood

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to a time in the past when the speaker was a child.

"When I was little"

This phrase is used to talk about events or experiences from one's childhood or a younger age.

Examples:

  • I used to be afraid of the dark when I was little.
  • When I was little, I loved playing with my toys.
  • She learned to ride a bike when she was little.
  • When I Was Little: A Four-Year-Old's Memoir of Her Youth [Curtis, Jamie Lee, Cornell, Laura] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. When I Was ...
  • Dec 3, 2020 ... When I Was Little: A Four-Year-Old's Memoir of Her Youth Written by Jamie Lee Curtis Illustrated by Laura Cornell.
  • Apr 4, 2015 ... When I was young? When I was little? "when I was young" is for old people to indicate their youth after childhood, and "when I was little" ...
  • Oct 21, 2020 ... "I speak English when I was little" doesn't work because he's talking about his current body, and his current body is speaking about the present, so he should ...
  • When I Was Little: A Four-Year-Old's Memoir of Her Youth · Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell (Illustrator) · About the author.
  • When I Was Little Singapore Kids Apparel, Accessories and Swimwear.
  • Oct 11, 2024 ... 71 likes, 1 comments - deedeecheriel on October 11, 2024: "When I was little we had a poster up that read “the earth is a garden and we are ...
  • When I was little I made these little necklaces…. I found a couple in my merch cabinet. Plus the pieces to make some more…
  • Nov 10, 2024 ... 2311 likes, 51 comments - thevaleriejune on November 10, 2024: "Mama taught me how to sew when I was little. We couldn't afford the things I ...
  • Apr 6, 2013 ... when I was little/small ; franglaiise · slovaque · #1 ; owlman5 · English-US · #2 ; franglaiise · slovaque · #3 ; Dale Texas · English USA · #4 ; zaffy.

Alternatives:

  • when I was young
  • when I was a child
  • when I was a kid
  • when I was a little boy/girl
  • in my youth

Related Comparisons

How TextRanch works

Fast and reliable proofreading, editing, and language advice tailored to your needs.

1. Choose Your Service

Quick Text Editing

  • Emails and short texts
  • Proofreading & editing
  • Ready in 5-10 minutes
SUBMIT YOUR TEXT NOW

Document Editing

  • Documents of any type (*.docx)
  • Advanced & Premium editing
  • Ready in as little as 4 hours
UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENT

Ask an Editor

  • Personalized answers to your language questions
  • Expert guidance on grammar, style, and usage
  • Ready in 24 hours
ASK YOUR QUESTION

Upload your document or paste your text directly into our platform. Your text is reviewed and refined by our expert editors (real people, not machines) who understand the nuances of English. Expect corrections, improvements, and insightful suggestions that enhance the clarity, tone, and professionalism of your writing.

In just a few minutes (or hours for longer documents), you'll receive your corrected text. Review the changes, make any final adjustments, and confidently share your polished English with the world.
You can count on a personalized, friendly service every time you use TextRanch. We're committed to helping you make a great impression with every word you write.

We proofread and edit these types of texts and documents:

Short texts Business Emails Personal Emails Social media posts Resume and Curriculum Vitae Business documents Sales proposal Research and academic papers Thesis Dissertation Essays Articles Blog posts and much more....

Powered By Humans

TextRanch Editors

AI is a great tool, but when it comes to perfecting your writing, we rely on real human editors.

  • All our editors are native English speakers.
  • Each editor has passed a rigorous admission test to ensure quality.
  • Our global team is ready to correct any text, anytime.

MEET OUR EDITORS

TextRanch Editors

Why choose TextRanch?

Complete Privacy

Your texts are safe and secure with us. We never share your information with third parties.

Affordable Pricing

No subscription fees and rates up to 50% cheaper than other online editing services.

100% Satisfaction

We guarantee that you'll be satisfied with the quality of our service or your money back.

Top Customer Service

Our team is here to help you with any questions you may have. Contact us anytime.

Our Customers Love Us!

We have an average rating of 4.79 stars based on 283125 votes, and

People Feedback 4.9 Excellent - Reviews 2.137

"7 years without any disappointment. Always 100% satisfied. You guys are the best in the world at what you do. Thank you so much :)"

Profile picture of Zubair from Bangladesh

Zubair
from Bangladesh From

"I wasn't aware of this service, it's fascinating and more reliable than standard IA tools available on the internet"

Profile picture of Arturo from Mexico

Arturo
from Mexico From

"In a world of text messages and online communication, this is great to have as a live tool. Thank you."

Profile picture of Selena from USA

Selena
from USA From

"Wow, it's just so excellent. I never would have believed I could have a sure and excellent English companion. Thanks, TextRanch."

Profile picture of Ifiok from Nigeria

Ifiok
from Nigeria From

"This is my first time using TextRanch, and I like how the editors take time to correct my text. To everyone who has never used TextRanch before, I highly recommend trying it."

Profile picture of Wilson from France

Wilson
from France From

"It is an amazing source of feedback because, as a non-native speaker, I really need to have a reliable helper correct my text."

Profile picture of Susan from Germany

Susan
from Germany From

Trusted by Hundreds Teams

Facebook logo
Accenture logo
Air Asia logo
AirBus logo
Amazon logo
Bayer logo
Decathlon logo
Docusign logo
Ebay logo
Fiverr logo
Fossil logo
Keller Williams logo
LinkedIn logo
Loreal logo
Motorola logo
Orange logo
Roche logo
Salesforce logo
Stellantis logo