ちょい
ちょい
adverb
a bit, slightly
1.
a bit, slightly, a little
A casual contraction of ちょっと, meaning a small amount or degree.
ちょい待って。
Wait a sec.
ちょい高いけど、買おうかな。
It's a bit expensive, but maybe I'll buy it.
仕事の帰りにちょい寄ってもいい？
Can I swing by for a bit on my way home from work?
USAGE:
ちょい is a casual contraction of ちょっと. It sounds more relaxed and informal. Common in spoken language among friends and in casual settings.
PREFIX USE:
ちょい also functions as a prefix meaning "slightly" in compound expressions:
- ちょい悪: slightly bad-boy style
- ちょい足し: adding a little extra (e.g., to a dish)
- ちょい飲み: a quick drink
Related Words
Related:
ちょっと (full form)