English Reference
Idiom idiom

a little money


A small amount of money. It means you have some money, but not a lot.


SIMPLE

“I have a little money for lunch.”

CONTEXTUAL

“She saved a little money every month so she could buy a new bicycle.”

COMPLEX

“Although he possessed only a little money, he insisted on paying for the coffee to show his appreciation for their time.”

Last updated April 22, 2026