As a Noun: 1. A very small amount or piece of something. English = bit. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be very small or very little. English = (be) tiny. 2. To be extremely small. English = (be) minute. 3. To be very small in degree or quantity. English = (be) slight. As Modifier: 1. Used immediately next to a verb to mean that that action or quality is done or exists only to a small extent or degree. English = slightly, a bit.