Chinese

shǎo
Meaning: few; little; lack
Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

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Example sentences

杯子裡的水很少。
杯子里的水很少。
There is very little water in the cup.
那個縣的人口很少。
That county has a very small population.
他畢業後離開了家鄉,此後很少回來。
He left his hometown after graduation, and rarely came back after that.
他因為穿得太少而染上了感冒。
He caught a cold because he wore too little clothing.
近年來,少油減糖的飲食觀念非常盛行。
In recent years, the concept of a low-oil and low-sugar diet has become very prevalent.

Usage Notes

Describes a small amount or number. Often contrasted with '多' (many/much).

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