beginnerA1 · TOCFL a1discoursediscourse marker
有一点
Pattern
有一点 + adjective
Key words
Core idea
有一点 means “a little” or “somewhat” before an adjective. It often appears with adjectives that feel mildly negative, such as cold, tired, expensive, busy, or bitter.
The phrase softens the judgment. It can make a complaint or uncomfortable state sound less blunt.
Usage boundary
At this level, place 有一点 before the adjective. Do not split it apart or treat 一点 alone as the same pattern.
Examples
今天有一点冷。
Jīntiān yǒu yì diǎn lěng.
It is a little cold today.
这杯咖啡有一点苦。
Zhè bēi kāfēi yǒu yì diǎn kǔ.
This cup of coffee is a little bitter.
我有一点累。
Wǒ yǒu yì diǎn lèi.
I am a little tired.
Common mistakes
Avoid
我一点累。
Use
我有一点累。
Use the full phrase 有一点 before the adjective.