/ˈpɛti ˌmɪs.dɪˈmiːnər/ – Phrase
Definition: (Mỹ) tội lặt vặt.
A more thorough explanation: A petty misdemeanor is a minor criminal offense that is less serious than a misdemeanor. It is typically punishable by a fine or a short period of imprisonment, and is considered a lower-level offense in the legal system.
Example: The defendant was charged with a petty misdemeanor for shoplifting items from the store.