This is the 7217th most frequent Portuguese word.
little
The Portuguese word "little" does not exist. If you're referring to "pequeno," it means "small" or "little" in English.
The word 'little' ('pouca' in Portuguese) refers to a limited amount in this context.
Ele tem pouca paciência para resolver problemas.
He has little patience for solving problems.
Here, 'little' ('um pouco' in Portuguese) conveys a slight degree or extent.
Eu achei essa casa um pouco estranha.
I found this house a little strange.
The word 'little' ('pequeno' in Portuguese) describes the dimension or size of the step, implying it is not large.