a few

Determiner

Determiner a few

1. (indefinite) (plural) (count) a small number
   • Synonyms: some and several
   • Antonym: many

   I saw him only a few days ago.

   You'll learn after a few times.

   Those are good. try and get a few more.

   A few of us went out last night.

   "Would you like some?" "Just a few, thanks."

   I've tried to stop smoking quite a few times.

Related words

• a
• few
• a little