LITT

litt is a Norwegian adverb meaning "a little" or "somewhat." It is used to modify adjectives and verbs and conveys a small amount or degree. In everyday Norwegian, it is common in both Bokmål and Nynorsk. Examples include: "Jeg er litt trøtt" (I am a little tired), "Kan jeg få litt melk?" (Can I have a little milk?), and "Det var litt vanskelig" (That was somewhat difficult). The word is generally informal and smooths statements, making them less absolute.

In related Scandinavian languages, cognates exist with different spellings: Danish uses "lidt" and Swedish uses "lite," all conveying the same general sense. The Norwegian form "litt" is a staple of casual speech and can combine with other words to form phrases such as "litt mer" (a little more).

Litt can also appear as a surname or place name, separate from its adverbial use in Norwegian; such uses are unrelated to the meaning "a little." The etymology of litt in Norwegian is not detailed here, but it is widely treated as a basic element in the language.