etwas
Translation
something, a little, somewhat
Examples
Ich möchte etwas essen.
I would like to eat something.
Das ist etwas zu groß.
That is a little too big.
Haben Sie etwas Zeit?
Do you have some time?
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) something I want to eat something.
((etwas)) + adj. a little, somewhat That is a little expensive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ein wenig, ein bisschen; Antonyms: nichts
Etymology
From Middle High German 'etewaz', combining 'et-' (some) and 'was' (what).
Memory Tips
In spoken German, it is frequently shortened to 'was'.