AdverbsHSK 1

Expressing "a little" with 有点儿

有点儿 is an adverb meaning "a little" or "somewhat," typically used before adjectives or stative verbs to indicate a slight degree.

It is often used to describe something that is not quite right, somewhat unsatisfactory, or below expectations.

Structure

有点儿 + Adj./Stative Verb

Used to soften negative or slightly negative qualities, e.g., 贵, 累, 远.

Subj. + 觉得/感到 + 有点儿 + Adj.

Common with 觉得 or 感到 to express how someone feels.

这件衣服有点儿贵，我不想买。
Zhè jiàn yī fu yǒu diǎn r guì, wǒ bù xiǎng mǎi.
This piece of clothing is a little expensive; I don't want to buy it.
我今天觉得有点儿累。
Wǒ jīn tiān jué de yǒu diǎn r lèi.
I feel a little tired today.
他说的话有点儿奇怪。
Tā shuō de huà yǒu diǎn r qí guài.
What he said was a little strange.
从这儿到学校有点儿远。
Cóng zhè r dào xué xiào yǒu diǎn r yuǎn.
It's a little far from here to school.
这个菜有点儿咸。
Zhè ge cài yǒu diǎn r xián.
This dish is a little salty.