Definition and meaning of English word "little"
little
/ˈlɪtəl/
Meaning
determinerNot much, only a little: only a small amount (of).
How to use
The determiner 'little' is used to describe a small amount of something. It can be used in various contexts, such as describing a little water or a little food. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'little' with 'small', which is used to describe size, not quantity.
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little
Example
I have little time.
She is little.
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Common phrases
- a little bit— a little bit
- little by little— little by little
- little known fact— little known fact
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Frequency rank: #586 in English
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What does the English word "little" mean?▼
The English word "little" means "little" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Small amount." (which translates as "little").
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