Little ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Little ( adjective )

1. Small in size, amount, or degree.
2. Having limited power, importance, or influence.

Origin:

From middle english litel, from old english lȳtel, from proto-germanic *lūtila-.

Examples:

1. She has a little dog that follows her everywhere.
2. He made a little mistake that cost him the game.
3. There was a little bit of rain, but it wasn't enough to stop us.
4. She knows a little bit of French, but not enough to have a conversation.
5. I have a little bit of extra time, so let's chat.

(As an adverb)

Little ( adverb )

1. Small in size, amount, or degree.
2. Having limited power, importance, or influence.

Origin:

From middle english litel, from old english lȳtel, from proto-germanic *lūtila-.

Examples:

1. She has a little dog that follows her everywhere.
2. He made a little mistake that cost him the game.
3. There was a little bit of rain, but it wasn't enough to stop us.
4. She knows a little bit of French, but not enough to have a conversation.
5. I have a little bit of extra time, so let's chat.