This is the 407th most frequent Bulgarian word.
малки
"Малки" means "small" or "little" (plural) in English.
The word "малки" is used as an adjective describing the small size of the birds.
Тези малки птици пеят красиво.
These small birds sing beautifully.
Here, "малки" qualifies the size or significance of the gifts given.
Тя даде малки подаръци на всички деца.
She gave small gifts to all the children.
In this context, "малки" metaphorically represents the insufficiency of hope.