How to Say ‘Yes, a little.’ in German
Ja, ein bisschen.
yah ine BISS-khen
[yah ine BISS-khen]
💬 Usage Tip: Natural mini-answer. Great for soft, modest replies—very German in spirit!
🇩🇪 In Germany: Understatement is common in Germany, so this kind of modest answer sounds very natural.
Phrase Breakdown
Ja
[yah]
yes
Positive reply meaning yes.
Ja, das stimmt.
Yes, that is correct.
Ein bisschen
ine BISS-khen
a little / a bit
Expression for a small amount or degree.
Ich bin ein bisschen müde.
I’m a little tired.
Words in this phrase
ein
[ine]
a; one
Part of the phrase "ein bisschen," which means "a little."
Ein bisschen Kaffee ist noch in der Tasse.
A little coffee is still in the cup.
bisschen
[BISS-khen]
bit; little
Means a small amount; often used in everyday conversation.
Ich habe nur ein bisschen Zeit.
I only have a little time.
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