ENGLISH
REFERENCE

a bit

idiom
Meaning

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


Examples
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