What does ちょっと mean?
ちょっと is a Japanese noun meaning “a little” in English. It can also be translated as “somewhat” depending on context. It is written as ちょっと in hiragana, and chotto in romaji. This word is part of JLPT N5 vocabulary.
Example sentences
この机は私にはちょっと低い。
This desk is a little low for me.
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.
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.