About this Draft
This page is part of the early access version of The Kanji Speedrun. The essentials—kanji meanings and mnemonics—are already in place and usable, but nearly every part of the page is still being polished. Some entries may contain mistakes, but please rest assured we are working hard to make revisions.
We’re sharing these drafts now so you can keep learning while we polish the full experience. If you notice something off, please don’t hesitate to let me know—it’s a huge help in improving the course!
少
FEW
Mnemonic
Picture small drops falling down, but not many of them — just a sprinkling. The strokes suggest something scattered and light, helping you remember the meaning: a FEW, not a lot.
Example Vocabulary
- 少し（すこし） – a little, a few
- 少ない（すくない） – few, scarce
- 多少（たしょう） – more or less, somewhat
- 青年（しょうねん） – boy, youth
- 減少（げんしょう） – decrease
Example Sentences
- 今日は少し寒いです。– It’s a little cold today.
- この町には人が少ないです。– There are few people in this town.