CEFR A1

a little

determiner, adverb

Meaning

A small amount or quantity; not much.

Examples

She speaks a little French.
He felt a little tired after the long journey.

Synonyms: some, a bit, slight, modest

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a little (A1)

determiner, adverb

Pronunciation: /ə ˈlɪtəl/

Definition

A small amount or quantity; not much.

Examples

She speaks a little French.
He felt a little tired after the long journey.
Would you like a little sugar in your tea?

How to Use a little

a little bit (collocation): A small amount or degree; slightly. — "I'm a little bit tired."
a little while (collocation): A short period of time. — "Let's rest for a little while."
a little more/less (collocation): A slightly greater/smaller amount or degree. — "Can I have a little more coffee?"

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