ちょい

adverb

a little; a bit; slightly

Casual shortening of ちょっと. Used to indicate a small degree or amount, often in informal speech.

See also: ちょっと

• ちょい待まって。

  Wait a sec.

• このスープ、ちょい塩しおが足たりないね。

  This soup is a little lacking in salt, isn't it?

adverb

just a minute; for a moment; briefly

Casual shortening of ちょっと for a short duration. Often used when asking someone to wait or when doing something momentarily.

See also: ちょっと

• ちょいそこまで行いってくる。

  I'm just going out for a bit.

adverb

somewhat; rather; pretty; quite

Casual shortening of ちょっと for moderate degree. Can soften a statement or express mild surprise.

See also: ちょっと

• 今日きょうはちょい暑あついね。

  It's pretty hot today, isn't it?