A small number or minority (in comparison to the whole); few.
会議では少数の意見も尊重するべきだ。
Even minority opinions should be respected in meetings.
少数の賛成で案が可決された。
The proposal was approved by a small number of supporters.
少数しか選ばれないので、競争が激しい。
Because only a small number are chosen, competition is fierce.