A1adjective 1K

Little

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈlɪtl/","/ˈlɪtlə(r)/","/ˈlɪtlɪst/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈlɪtl/","/ˈlɪtlər/","/ˈlɪtlɪst/"]/

Meaning of Little

not big; small; smaller than others

In simple words: small in size or amount

Little in a sentence

• She has a little dog that loves to play.
• Can I have a little bit of cake, please?
• There's a little house at the end of the street.
• He's a little shy around new people.
• I have little patience for nonsense.

How to use Little

Used to describe size, age, or quantity. Can be affectionate when referring to people (e.g., 'little brother'). Avoid using in formal contexts where more precise terms are needed.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'little' mouse - small and cute!

Related words

Collocations with Little

• little help
• little house
• little brother
• little time
• little bit

Synonyms for Little

• small
• tiny
• miniature
• little bit
• petite

Opposites of Little

• big
• large
• huge

Common mistakes with Little

• Using 'littler' as a comparative, instead of 'smaller'
• Confusing with 'few' when referring to countable items
• Omitting 'a' before 'little' in a sentence like 'I have little money.'

Frequently asked questions about Little

What does Little mean?

small in size or amount

What is the definition of Little?

not big; small; smaller than others

How do you use Little in a sentence?

She has a little dog that loves to play.

Can you give another example of Little?

Can I have a little bit of cake, please?

What are synonyms for Little?

Common alternatives include small, tiny, miniature, little bit, petite.

What is the opposite of Little?

Opposite meanings include big, large, huge.

What words go with Little?

It commonly pairs with little help, little house, little brother, little time, little bit.

What are common mistakes when using Little?

Using 'littler' as a comparative, instead of 'smaller' Confusing with 'few' when referring to countable items Omitting 'a' before 'little' in a sentence like 'I have little money.'

How do you pronounce Little?

US: /["/ˈlɪtl/","/ˈlɪtlər/","/ˈlɪtlɪst/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlɪtl/","/ˈlɪtlə(r)/","/ˈlɪtlɪst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Little?

Used to describe size, age, or quantity. Can be affectionate when referring to people (e.g., 'little brother'). Avoid using in formal contexts where more precise terms are needed.

What CEFR level is Little?

"Little" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.