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noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
one sun (approx. 3 cm)
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi)adverb (fukushi)
little bit (of time, distance, etc.)
一寸の虫にも五分の魂。
The worm turns.
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adverb (fukushi)
word usually written using kana alone
a little;a bit;slightly
この机は私にはちょっと低い。
This desk is a little low for me.
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adverb (fukushi)
word usually written using kana alone
just a minute;for a moment;briefly
ネクタイを締める間、ちょっとじっとしてね。
Hold still a moment while I fix your tie.
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adverb (fukushi)
word usually written using kana alone
somewhat;rather;fairly;pretty;quite
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adverb (fukushi)
word usually written using kana alone
(not) easily;(not) readily
before a verb in negative form
それ以上の仕事はちょっと見つからないだろう。
You won't find a better job in a hurry.
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interjection (kandoushi)
word usually written using kana alone
hey!;come on;excuse me
ちょっと、そこのきみ！
Hey, you there!
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expressions (phrases
word usually written using kana alone
thanks, but no;not feasible;not possible
Other forms
鳥渡 【ちょっと】 (ateji (phonetic) reading) (rarely used kanji form)
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interjection (kandoushi)
word usually written using kana alone
(can you) spare a little time (to speak)?;(do you) have a moment (to speak)?
