少ない

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 少ない is read as すくない and is an adjective meaning few or little in number or amount.
• Basic usage: Use 人が少ない for there being few people and 荷物が少ない for having little luggage.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinction between 少ない and 小さい
  • The headword describes a small number or amount, while the comparison term describes small physical size or scale.