little

US /ˈlɪt̬.əl/
UK /ˈlɪt̬.əl/
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1.

small in size, amount, or degree

:
She has a little dog.
There's little hope left.
2.

used to emphasize the youth or smallness of someone or something

:
My little brother is starting school next year.
She gave a little cry of surprise.
1.

a small amount or quantity of something

:
I need a little more time.
She knows little about the subject.
1.

to a small extent; not much

:
He smiled a little.
I was a little tired.