Use 'little' to talk about something that is small or not much in size or amount. It tells us that the thing is not big.
She has a little dog at home.
I need a little water, please.
'Little' can mean a small amount when talking about things that cannot be counted. It means 'not much' or 'almost none'.
I have little money left now.
There is little hope for rain today.
When 'little' describes something, it can show that there is not enough of it or that it is less than expected.
There is little chance of winning.
She has little interest in sports.
'Little' can describe someone younger or less important in a family or group. It shows size or age difference.
My little brother is very funny.
She is my little friend from school.
The phrase 'little by little' means something happens slowly and in small steps. It shows gradual progress.
Little by little, he learned to speak English.
The plants grew little by little each day.
