slightly

S2 W1

BrE /ˈslaɪtli/ AmE /ˈslaɪtli/

adverb en → es

1 TO A SMALL EXTENT [adverb] A2

to a small degree or amount; not much

ligeramente, un poco, algo

  • slightly + adj

Collocations slightly better · slightly different

  • She felt slightly uncomfortable.

    Se sintió ligeramente incómoda.

2 IN A SLIGHT WAY [adverb] B1

in a way that is not strong or severe; gently

suavemente, levemente, ligeramente

  • slightly + adj

Collocations slight touch · slight pressure

  • The wind was slightly chilly.

    El viento era ligeramente fresco.