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Usages of un peu
Je prends un congé la semaine prochaine pour voyager un peu.
I am taking time off next week to travel a bit.
La nouvelle stagiaire est un peu nerveuse, mais elle est très contente de travailler ici.
The new intern is a bit nervous, but she is very happy to work here.
Paul est très poli avec sa colocataire, mais sa sœur peut être un peu impolie.
Paul is very polite with his roommate, but his sister can be a bit impolite.
Je trouve que cette salade est très saine, même si elle est un peu ennuyeuse.
I find that this salad is very healthy, even if it is a bit boring.
Le médecin trouve ces symptômes un peu inquiétants et lui propose une consultation.
The doctor finds these symptoms a bit worrying and suggests an appointment.
Le sirop est très sucré et un peu amer, mais Marie le boit quand même.
The syrup is very sweet and a bit bitter, but Marie drinks it anyway.
Je suis satisfait de mon nouveau travail, en revanche mon frère est un peu déçu.
I am satisfied with my new job; on the other hand, my brother is a bit disappointed.
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