few

The word "few" is an English adjective and pronoun used to indicate a small number or quantity of something. It is often used to describe a small but specific number of items, people, or instances. For example, "There are only a few apples left in the basket" or "Only a few people attended the meeting."

In its pronoun form, "few" is used to refer to a small number of people or things, often in a negative or restrictive sense. For instance, "Few people know the answer to that question" or "Few of the guests stayed for the entire event."

The word "few" is also used in comparative contexts, such as "fewer" and "fewest." "Fewer" is used to compare two quantities, while "fewest" is used to compare three or more quantities. For example, "There are fewer cars on the road today than yesterday" or "This is the fewest mistakes I've made in a long time."

In some contexts, "few" can also be used to express a small but significant number, as in "Few people can achieve such a feat." The word's usage can vary depending on the context and the specific nuances of the situation.