weinig
few, little, not much
Beginner Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈʋɛɪ̯.nəx/
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Cultural Note
Like 'veel,' 'weinig' works with both countable and uncountable nouns. The comparative is 'minder' (less/fewer) and the superlative is 'minst' (least/fewest) — both irregular. 'Een beetje' is the alternative for 'a little bit.'
📝 Example Sentences
Ik heb weinig tijd vandaag.
I have little time today.
Er waren weinig mensen op het feest.
There were few people at the party.
Ze eet weinig maar gezond.
She eats little but healthy.