Southern US
Smidgen
Used when referring to minimal amounts in casual conversations.
Literal Meaning
A small amount
Actual Meaning
A tiny bit, a very small amount of something
Examples in Context

'Just a smidgen of sugar in my tea.' (Translation: Just a tiny bit of sugar)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Very small amount
  • 2Southern/rural expression
  • 3Also spelled smidgeon
  • 4Can also say "smidge"
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