How to Say "small number" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “small number” is “puñado” — B1 level.
English → SpanishB1
nounB1
of people or things
Examples
Solo un puñado de estudiantes entendió el concepto avanzado.
Only a small number of students understood the advanced concept.
Con un puñado de dólares, logró iniciar su negocio.
With a handful (a small amount) of dollars, he managed to start his business.
Figurative Use
When used figuratively, it emphasizes how small the group or amount is, often implying scarcity or difficulty.
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