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"Yes" is an interjection which is often translated as "sí", and "a little bit" is a phrase which is often translated as "un poco". Learn more about the difference between "yes" and "a little bit" below.
yes(
yehs
)
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a.
Do you want coffee? - Yes, but just a little bit.¿Quieres café? - Sí, pero solo un poquito.
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a.
Yes! I knew I was right!¡Sí! ¡Sabía que tenía razón!
A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
noun
a. el sí
(m) means that a noun is masculine. Spanish nouns have a gender, which is either feminine (like la mujer or la luna) or masculine (like el hombre or el sol).
(M)
Vote "yes" to the construction of the new school.Vota "sí" para la construcción de la nueva escuela.
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a little bit(
uh
 
lih
-
duhl
 
biht
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. un poco
You have to have a little bit of patience.Hay que tener un poco de paciencia.
b. un poquito
This coffee needs a little bit more sugar.Este café necesita un poquito más de azúcar.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. un poco
I was a little bit worried when you didn't return my call.Estuve un poco preocupado cuando no devolviste mi llamada.
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