siu2 sou3少數少数
Jyutpingsiu2 sou3
Yalesíu sou
Definition
Minority; a small number; only a small portion of a group.
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How it's used
Use this term when emphasizing a numerical minority within a larger group. It often carries a slightly formal or analytical tone compared to simply saying 唔多, making it more common in discussions about statistics, social groups, or opinions.
Examples
Only a few students in the class like reading.
Do you belong to the minority?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 少量, which is used for mass nouns or quantities of items rather than counts of people or distinct entities.
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