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She has an American accent.
NGSL Rank: 131
little
ˈlɪt(ə)l ![Listen](https://i0.wp.com/ringolingo.com/wp-content/plugins/ringo-lingo/public/images/listen-icon-blue.png?w=1100&ssl=1)
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Meanings
adjective
- small in size, amount, or degree (often used to convey an appealing diminutiveness or express an affectionate or condescending attitude).E.g. the plants will grow into little bushes
determiner
- a small amount of.E.g. we got a little help from a training scheme
- used to emphasize how small an amount is.E.g. I have little doubt of their identity
adverb
- to a small extent.E.g. he reminded me a little of my parents
- only to a small extent; not much or often (used for emphasis).E.g. he was little known in this country
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