some; a few; a bit
Meanings
4 senses · 14 examplesquantifier
some; an indefinite amount
neutralUsed to indicate a non-specific quantity of things that cannot be precisely counted.
You can't finish all this work, give some to me.
There is still some fruit on the table.
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I need some time to think about it.
quantifier
a small amount; a little bit
informalOften used with '儿' (yī xiēr) for a more colloquial feel. Emphasizes that the quantity is not large, potentially insufficient.
There's only this little bit left, I'm afraid it won't be enough?
Just give me a little bit of sugar.
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He only has a little bit of change left.
quantifier
more than one; several
neutralUsed to indicate a limited but non-singular number of items, positions, or occurrences.
He has held several important positions before.
I lived in Shanghai for some years.
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This book discusses some interesting questions.
particle
slightly; a bit; somewhat (comparative marker)
neutralAttached to adjectives or verbs to indicate a slight degree of change or intensity. Equivalent to 'a bit' or 'somewhat'.
This piece of clothing looks a bit better now.
Be a bit more careful, the road is slippery.
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Think about it a bit more openly, don't be too sad.
Walk a bit faster, we're going to be late.
He cleaned the room, making it a bit cleaner.