bit · n
a bit
B2 a short period of time
Dictionary examples:
I'm just going out for a bit. See you later. (13.8)
a bit of a surprise/problem/mess, etc.
C1 a surprise, problem, mess, etc. that is not too big or serious
Dictionary examples:
I am a bit of a romantic. (19.6)
It was a bit of a shock. (28.8)
bits and pieces
C2 small things or jobs which are not connected or not very important
Dictionary examples:
We've packed most of it up now, there are just a few bits and pieces left. (32.7)
bit by bit
C1 gradually
Dictionary examples:
She saved up the money, bit by bit. (16.3)
a bit
A2 slightly
Dictionary examples:
The test was a bit hard. My brain went on vacation! (0.0)
I'm a bit tired. My pillow is calling my name! (0.0)
I'm a bit scared of clowns. They smile too much! (0.0)
The dress is a bit too big for me. (12.5)
Could I have a little bit more soup? (14.8)
I'm a bit nervous. (18.1)
That was a bit silly, wasn't it? (19.8)
bit
B1 a small amount or piece of something
Dictionary examples:
He gave me a bit of advice: 'Don't listen to me!' (0.0)
I need a bit of your time. And maybe all of your money! (0.0)
I have a bit of good news and a bit of bad news. The good news is... that's all! (0.0)
She tries to do a bit of exercise every day. (16.2)
There were little bits of paper all over the floor. (16.7)
Be sure to sweep up every bit of the broken glass. (28.6)
quite a bit
B1 a lot
Dictionary examples:
She's quite a bit older than him. (12.3)
He does quite a bit of traveling. (14.1)