In a little bit Meaning in English
expression
IN-uh-LIT-uhl-BIT
IN-uh-LIT-uhl-BIT
Definition
Used to say that something will happen soon, but not immediately; usually within a short time from now.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, spoken English. Similar to 'soon' or 'in a minute,' but less exact. Often used to reassure someone or promise quick action. Not used for scheduled long waits.
Spanish: en un rato - dentro de un momentoPortuguese (BR): daqui a poucoPortuguese (PT): daqui a poucoChinese (Simplified): 一会儿 - 过一会儿Chinese (Traditional): 一會兒 - 過一會兒Hindi: थोड़ी देर मेंArabic: بعد قليلBengali: অল্প কিছুক্ষণ পরে - একটু পরেইRussian: через немного - через пару минутJapanese: 少ししたら - もう少ししたらVietnamese: một lát nữa - chút nữaKorean: 조금 있다가 - 잠시 후에Turkish: birazdan - kısa süre sonraUrdu: تھوڑی دیر میں - کچھ ہی دیر میںIndonesian: sebentar lagi - beberapa saat lagi
Example Sentences
Let’s talk about it in a little bit—I need to finish this call.
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Don't worry, your order will arrive in a little bit.
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I'll help you in a little bit.
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Dinner will be ready in a little bit.
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The bus will come in a little bit.
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Can you wait in a little bit? I'm almost done here.
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