el poco
little · few
Se usa para decir que hay una cantidad pequeña de algo.
The Spanish word "poco" is an adjective and adverb that generally means "little," "few," or "not much."
Meaning:
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As an adjective (describes a noun):
- Refers to a small quantity or amount of something.
- Example: Tengo poco dinero. (I have little money.)
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As an adverb (modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb):
- It means "a little," "slightly," or "not very."
- Example: Estoy poco cansado. (I am a little tired.)
Parts of speech:
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Adjective: agrees in gender and number with the noun.
- Masculine singular: poco
- Feminine singular: poca
- Masculine plural: pocos
- Feminine plural: pocas
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Adverb: remains invariable (always "poco")
Synonyms:
- Adjective: escaso, reducido, limitado (scarce, limited)
- Adverb: ligeramente, un poco (slightly, a little)
Antonyms:
- Adjective: mucho, abundante (much, abundant)
- Adverb: mucho, bastante (much, quite)
Additional uses:
- In time expressions: "En poco tiempo" means "in a short time."
- Intensifier like poco común means "uncommon."
Overall, "poco" is widely used in Spanish to express a small quantity, degree, or intensity.
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Examples
Tengo poco dinero en la cartera.determiner
I have little money in my wallet.
Me siento un poco cansado hoy.adverb
I feel a little tired today.
Tengo poco dinero en mi bolsillo.determiner
I have little money in my pocket.
Hay poco pan en la cocina.determiner
There is little bread in the kitchen.
Tengo poco tiempo.determiner
I have little time.
Aquí hay poco espacio.determiner
There is little space here.
Solo quedan unas pocas monedas.adjective
Only a few coins are left.
La casa tiene pocas ventanas.adjective
The house has few windows.
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