少々

A formal term indicating a small quantity, slight degree, or brief duration.

Readings

1 Adverb, Noun

"A little" / "A small amount"

Indicates a slight degree or quantity, typically used in formal speech or written directions.

Example

塩を少々加えてください。

Please add a pinch of salt.

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2 Adverb, Noun

"For a moment" / "A short while"

Specifies a brief duration of time when formally requesting patience from a listener.

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少々

しょうしょう

A formal term indicating a small quantity, slight degree, or brief duration.

Example

この言葉を覚えましょう。

Let's memorize this word.

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