Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pouco

Adjective/Adverb
/ˈpɔu.ku/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese that means ‘little’ or ‘few’ in English.
Examples
  • Pouco açúcar – Little sugar.
  • Ele fala pouco. – He speaks little.
  • Hoje está pouco frio. – Today is a little cold.
Meaning
Pouco is used to describe a small quantity or amount of something. It can indicate a lesser degree of something or a small count of items.
Synonyms
  • pouquinho
  • escasso
  • reduzido