Meaning of little(a) in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Qualitative Adjective

   little(a)

   Definitions

   1. (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree

   Examples

   • « not much or almost none or (with 'a') at least some »
   • « little rain fell in May »
   • « gave it little thought »
   • « little hope remained »
   • « little time is left »
   • « we still have little money »
   • « a littl »

   Synonyms

   • small(a)
   • slight

   Antonyms

   • much(a)
2. 2. younger brother or sister

   Examples

   • « little brother »

   Antonyms

   • big(a)
   • elder
   • older