Chunk: a-little-bit
Formulaic Unit
Meaning: An extremely common conversational phrase used as an adverb to mean "slightly" or "somewhat," or as a quantifier to mean "a small amount." It is functionally identical to "a little," but more informal.
💬 Contextual Examples
- I am a little bit nervous about my job interview tomorrow.
- Could you turn the music down a little bit?
🎴 Interactive Web Practice (Click to Reveal)
Practice 1: I only want a little ______ of cake, please.
Answer:
bit
Practice 2: The movie was a ______ bit boring toward the end.
Answer:
little
🔗 Knowledge Base Connections
- 🔑 Parent Keyword: little