Definitions
det. a smaller amount of something
更少的
adv. to a smaller degree or extent
较少地；更不
pron. a smaller amount
更少的量
Example
Please put less sugar in my tea this time.
这次请在我的茶里少放点糖。
Households can use less energy by improving insulation and choosing appliances that consume electricity more efficiently.
家庭可以通过改善隔热措施和选用更节能的电器来减少能源消耗。
Collocations
- less than
- less likely
- less and less
- no less than
Antonyms
- more
Usage tip
修饰不可数名词用less；可数名词复数通常用fewer。
FAQ
- What does less mean?
- a smaller amount of something to a smaller degree or extent a smaller amount
- How is less pronounced?
- UK /les/, US /les/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
