This is the 1705th most frequent Arabic word.
قليل
Little; few.
The word 'قليل' here describes a small quantity of water.
هناك قليل من الماء في الكوب.
There is a little water in the cup.
The word 'قليل' in this context describes the man's tendency to talk less or rarely.
هذا الرجل قليل الكلام.
This man speaks little (rarely speaks).
The word 'قليل' in this sentence refers to a limited amount of time available.