What is the Spanish word for "few"?

Learn how to say "few" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

few

Spanish

pocos

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Alternative translations of "few"

pocos
pocas

Examples of how to use "few" in Spanish

English
A few of my friends are coming over.
Spanish
Unos pocos de mis amigos vienen a visitarme.
English
Few people attended the early meeting.
Spanish
Poca gente asistió a la reunión temprana.
English
I have few coins in my pocket.
Spanish
Tengo pocas monedas en mi bolsillo.
English
Few students understood the tricky question.
Spanish
Pocos estudiantes entendieron la pregunta difícil.
English
There are few buses after midnight.
Spanish
Hay pocos autobuses después de la medianoche.

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