Spanish phrase
En poca medida.
Meaning
To a small extent.
When to use it
Indicates a small degree of effect. It is used to politely say something helped only a little and has a mildly formal tone.
Example dialogue
¿Te ayudó el consejo que te di?
Did the advice I gave you help?
En poca medida, me ayudó a aclarar algunos puntos pero todavía tengo dudas.
To a small extent, it helped me clarify some points but I still have doubts.