Shirabe
English jmdict
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) one sun (approx. 3 cm)
See also: 寸 (すん)
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi)adverb (fukushi) little bit (of time, distance, etc.)
一寸の虫にも五分の魂。
The worm turns.

一寸ちょっと

Common Adverb family or surname
English jmdict
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adverb (fukushi) word usually written using kana alone a little;a bit;slightly
この机は私にはちょっと低い。
This desk is a little low for me.
2
adverb (fukushi) word usually written using kana alone just a minute;for a moment;briefly
ネクタイを締める間、ちょっとじっとしてね。
Hold still a moment while I fix your tie.
3
adverb (fukushi) word usually written using kana alone somewhat;rather;fairly;pretty;quite
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adverb (fukushi) word usually written using kana alone (not) easily;(not) readily
before a verb in negative form
それ以上の仕事はちょっと見つからないだろう。
You won't find a better job in a hurry.
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interjection (kandoushi) word usually written using kana alone hey!;come on;excuse me
ちょっと、そこのきみ!
Hey, you there!
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expressions (phrases word usually written using kana alone thanks, but no;not feasible;not possible
English jmnedict
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Chotto
Other forms 鳥渡 【ちょっと】 (ateji (phonetic) reading) (rarely used kanji form)