English–Japanese
“small quantity” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishōryō
Example
スープに少量の塩を入れます。sū pu ni shō ryō no shio o i re ma su
I add a small quantity of salt to the soup.
How to say “small quantity” in Japanese
“Small quantity” in Japanese is 少量 (shōryō). 少量 can also mean “small amount”.
Describes a small amount that is understood by comparison with a normal or needed amount.
Example sentences with 少量
少量の水を飲みます。shō ryō no mizu o no mi ma su
I drink a small amount of water.
薬は少量の水で飲みます。kusuri wa shō ryō no mizu de no mi ma su
Take the medicine with a small amount of water.
Tips for using 少量
- 少量 (shōryō) is useful in cooking instructions because it indicates that an ingredient is needed but does not require a precise measurement.