ちょい

Frequency:
1

A casual expression meaning 'a little' or 'a bit' — indicating a small amount or degree.

Adverb

Examples

ちょい待ってて、すぐ戻るから。

Wait a sec, I'll be right back.

今はちょい忙しいので、後で話そう。

I'm a bit busy right now, so let's talk later.

その料理、ちょい塩が足りないね。

That dish needs a little more salt.

2

A casual way (like 'ちょいと') to mean 'just a minute' or 'for a moment'; indicating a brief time.

Adverb

Examples

ちょい席を外しますね。

I'll step out for a moment.

ちょい待ちで準備しておくよ。

Wait a moment and I'll get it ready.

3

In casual speech it can also mean 'somewhat' or 'fairly' (e.g., 'ちょい高い' = 'a bit expensive').

Adverb

Examples

このスマホ、ちょい高いけど性能はいいよ。

This smartphone is a bit pricey, but its performance is good.

今日はちょい疲れてるから、早く帰るね。

I'm somewhat tired today, so I'll go home early.

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