little · adv
a little
B2 slightly
Dictionary examples:
She was a little frightened. (20.7)
You’re walking a little too fast for me. (27.4)
little
C1 not much or not enough
Dictionary examples:
a little-known fact (8.4)
Little did he know what was in store for him. (29.7)
little more/better
C2 not much more or better
Dictionary examples:
Their electricity was off for a week and we did little better - five days. (19.0)
Their house was little more than a hovel. (58.2)
a little bit
A2 slightly
Dictionary examples:
I'm a little bit tired. I've been awake for five minutes! (0.0)
I'm a little bit hungry. Can I eat your sandwich? (0.0)
My cat is a little bit fat. He's on a diet! (0.0)
I was a little bit worried by what she said. (17.3)
Let's wait just a little bit longer before I call them. (19.5)