Meaning of the word "a few" in English

What does "a few" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

a few

US /ə ˈfjuː/
UK /ə ˈfjuː/

Determiner

a small number of

Example:
I have a few books on the shelf.
We need a few more minutes to finish.