"modicum" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 少量
• 一点点

Definition

指很小数量的某物，通常指宝贵或渴望的东西，例如尊重、希望或运气。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

属正式或书面语，常与“of”搭配（如“a modicum of patience”）。强调数量小但有意义。不适用于具体物质如水或沙。

Examples

She only showed a modicum of interest in the idea.

她对这个想法只表现出一**点点**兴趣。

A modicum of respect can go a long way.

**少量**的尊重可以带来巨大变化。

If you have even a modicum of hope, don't give up.

只要你还有一**点点**希望，就不要放弃。

With a modicum of luck, we'll finish on time.

只要有一**点点**运气，我们就能按时完成。

All we need is a modicum of understanding between the two sides.

双方只需要有一**点点**互相理解。

Even a modicum of preparation would have made a difference.

哪怕只有一**点点**准备也会有很大不同。