English Reference
Idiom idiom

a bit


A small amount of something. You can also use it before an adjective or verb to mean 'slightly' or 'a little'.


SIMPLE

“I am a bit tired today.”

CONTEXTUAL

“The soup is a bit salty, but I still think it tastes very good.”

COMPLEX

“Although the new policy is a bit controversial, the board believes it will improve efficiency in the long run.”

Last updated April 22, 2026