This is the 210th most frequent Afrikaans word.
bietjie
A little; a bit.
The word 'bietjie' is used as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'a bit', describing the amount or degree of waiting requested.
Kan jy asseblief bietjie wag?
Can you please wait a bit?
Here, 'bietjie' modifies the time phrase to indicate a small delay or a short duration.
Ek sal bietjie later daar wees.
I will be there a little later.
In this instance, 'bietjie' quantifies the noun 'kos' (food), indicating a small amount.