When to use the article with poco?

Question

Hey guys,

I'm a bit confused with this and can't seem to find a reference that addresses it directly. In english we usually say 'a little' with the article, unless you are speaking very technically. In spanish it seems like they include the article 'un' about half the time. Is there a hard and fast rule that tells you when to use the article with poco?

Thanks!

Answer 1

when in danger or in doubt, run in circles, scream and shout

Sound advice. Nice link. - 0074b507, Oct 28, 2011

Answer 2

I can only give you examples, not a rule as to when you use "un" and not.

Tengo poco dinero. (I have little money)

Estoy un poco preocupada. (I am a little worried)

Falta poco en el camino (It's not far to go)