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a tiny bit, slightly, just a little
An affectionate or soft way of saying 'a little.' Emphasizes that the amount or degree is very small. Softer and more colloquial than 少し.
ちょっぴり寂しい。
I'm a tiny bit lonely.
ちょっぴり is a softer, more expressive way of saying "a little." It carries a gentle, affectionate nuance and emphasizes that the amount or degree is very small.
Similar words
- 少し: neutral "a little" (any context)
- ちょっと: casual "a bit" (everyday speech)
- ちょっぴり: affectionate "a tiny bit" (warm, gentle tone)
Common patterns
Usage
Often used with emotions and feelings rather than concrete quantities. It adds a warm or cute tone to what might otherwise be a plain statement. Common in advertising, children's stories, and casual conversation when the speaker wants to sound soft or endearing.
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Informal and spoken. Not used in formal writing or business contexts.