稍 (Yaya) is a Japanese adverb meaning “a little, partially, somewhat, slightly”.
Meanings
- adverb, prenominala little; partially; somewhat; slightly; semi-; -ish
Examples
風がやや衰えた。
The wind abated a little.
経済はやや不景気だ。
The economy is in a slight depression.
その茎は君の小指よりやや太い。
The stalk is a little bigger around than your little finger.
Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).