poquito

This is the 13069th most frequent Spanish word.


poquito

A tiny amount; very little.


Here, 'poquito' is used as a diminutive of 'poco' to indicate a very small amount.

Solo necesito un poquito de sal.

I just need a little bit of salt.


In this case, 'poquito' conveys a short duration of time, emphasizing the smallness of the interval.

Si puedes esperar un poquito más, estaremos listos.

If you can wait a little bit longer, we will be ready.


Here, 'poquito' is used adverbially to add nuance to the adjective 'cansado', lightly softening its meaning.

Creo que estoy un poquito cansado.

I think I am a little bit tired.