Pikkuspikkust

Pikkuspikkust is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "tiny little bit" or "just a smidgen." It is often used to express a very small quantity of something, whether tangible or abstract. The word itself is a diminutive of "pikkunen," which means "small" or "little." The repetition of "pikkus" emphasizes the extreme smallness of the amount being described.

This expression can be used in various contexts. For example, one might say "Lisää suolaa, vain pikkuspikkust" which means "Add more salt, just a tiny little bit." It can also refer to a small amount of time, such as "Olen myöhässä vain pikkuspikkust" meaning "I'm only a tiny bit late." In a more figurative sense, it might describe a minor improvement or a subtle change. The context in which "pikkuspikkust" is used usually clarifies its exact meaning, but the core idea remains consistently about an exceptionally small measure.