a little

1. noun A small amount. A: "Do you want dessert?" B: "I'll just have a little since I'm still pretty full from dinner."

2. adjective Slightly. I'm a little tired after going to the gym, but I can still meet you for dinner, don't worry!

1. A small amount, as in Will you have some more meat? Yes, just a little. [Early 1400s]

2. Somewhat or rather, slightly, as in I am a little annoyed with Harry. [Late 1300s] For a synonym, see a bit.

Somewhat; a bit: felt a little better.

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Prescott	['preskət]
Janice	JAN-is	English
Janelle	jə-NEL	English
Erebus	-	Greek Mythology (Latinized)
Benny	BEN-ee	English
Xanthippe	ksahn-teep-pe (Ancient Greek), zan-TIP-ee (English)	Ancient Greek