a little (A1)
カタカナ: ア・リトル
IPA: /ə ˈlɪtəl/
Definition
Indicates a small quantity, degree, or amount. It is used to describe something that exists in a limited, but positive, amount.
意味: 少量の、あるいはわずかな程度を表します。限られてはいるものの、確かに存在しているというニュアンスで使われます。
Examples / 例文
She speaks a little French. — 彼女はフランス語を少し話します。
He felt a little tired after the long journey. — 長い旅の後、彼は少し疲れを感じました。
Would you like a little sugar in your tea? — 紅茶に砂糖を少し入れますか？
A little の日本語訳
Japanese translations of A little:
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?"
See "A little" in the English dictionary
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