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Slightly Meaning for Kids

What Does Slightly Mean?

Adverb

  • A little bit; not much.
  • Not very; just a small amount.

Slightly — Full Explanation

Slightly means a little bit. Like if you are a little bit hungry, you are not very hungry, just a tiny bit.

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Slightly Meaning in Other Languages

hindi
थोड़ा सा

thoda sa

थोड़ा

thoda

kannada
ಸ್ವಲ್ಪ (swalpa)

swalpa

ಕಡಿಮೆ (kadime)

kadime

bengali
সামান্য

sāmānna

একটু

ekṭu

হালকা

hālka

Slightly Synonyms

a little marginally somewhat

Slightly Antonyms

quite very

Slightly in Sentences

  • The sun is slightly shining through the clouds.
  • He is slightly nervous about the test.
  • The dress is slightly too big for her.
  • The hill is slightly steep, so be careful.
  • The ice cream is slightly melting in the sun.

📖 Slightly Story for Kids

The Adventure of Whiskers the Cat

Whiskersslightlycurious cat named. Whiskers loved to explore, but today, he felt nervous. He was about to climb the tallest tree in the park!In a cozy little town, there was a

Benny the brave bunny, who always said, "Just take it one step at a time!" So, with a deep breath, Whiskers climbed a little higher.As he looked up at the branches swaying in the breeze, he remembered his friend,

Each time he went up, he felt slightlyslightlyadventures! braver. Before he knew it, he was at the top, looking down at the beautiful view! Remember, even feeling scared can lead to great

Frequently Asked Questions About Slightly

What does 'slightly' mean?
The word 'slightly' means a little bit or not very much.
How do you pronounce 'slightly'?
You pronounce 'slightly' like this: sligh-tlee.
What is the origin of the word 'slightly'?
The word 'slightly' comes from the word 'slight', which means small or not heavy, and it has been used in English for a long time.
What is the meaning of 'slightly' in Hindi?
The word 'slightly' in Hindi is 'थोड़ा' (Thodā).

Facts & Quotes About Slightly

Fact: The word 'slightly' means a little bit. For example, if you are slightly tired, you are not very tired!
Proverb: A little goes a long way. This means that even a small amount can make a big difference.
Quote: "Little by little, one travels far." - J.R.R. Tolkien