What does ちょっと mean?
ちょっと is a Japanese noun meaning “a little, somewhat; just a little, somewhat” in English. It can also be translated as “just a minute, somewhat, (not) easily” 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.