少し
すこし
sukoshi
JLPT N5nounVocabularyLevel 7 - JLPT N5
Quick answer
少し (すこし (sukoshi)) means "Few". The reading is すこし (sukoshi). Audio pronunciation and kanji breakdown are below.
Meaning
Few
Also : some · a bit · a few · a little · slightly
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Example Sentences
少し時間をもらえますか？
すこしじかんをもらえますか
Can I have a little bit of time?
少し冷たい水が気持ちいいです。
すこしつめたいみずがきもちいいです
A little cool water feels nice.
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Last updated Jul 22, 2026
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