Teensy bit
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 30, 2026
Stuck on the clue Teensy bit from the New York Times Midi for March 30, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Teensy bit (4)
Answer
The answer to Teensy bit is Iota (4 letters).
Why does Iota fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Teensy bit' points to IOTA, meaning an extremely small amount or quantity. An iota is the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet, and because it was written as a simple vertical stroke, it became the smallest letter in the Greek writing system. This physical smallness led to the figurative meaning of 'a very small amount,' which is how we use iota today when we say something like 'not one iota of difference.'
What does Teensy bit mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definition below.
teensy
adjective
•extremely small; tiny
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 22-down in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026, by Aaron Gee and Avery Gee Katz, edited by Ian Livengood. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Iota mean?
noun
•The ninth letter of the Greek alphabet.
•A jot; a very small, insignificant quantity.
Origin of the word Iota
•origin: Greek ἰῶτα (iota)
•period: Ancient Greek
The word became synonymous with 'a tiny amount' because iota was the smallest letter in the Greek alphabet, leading to the phrase 'not one iota' meaning 'not the slightest bit.'
How to use Iota in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Iota.
•“She didn't care an iota about what the critics thought of her latest novel.”
•“There isn't an iota of evidence to support his outrageous claims.”
•“The recipe was perfect—I wouldn't change an iota of it.”
What are other crossword clues for Iota?
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Frequently asked questions about Teensy bit
- What is the answer to Teensy bit?
- The answer is Iota (4 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Midi on March 30, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Teensy bit have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Iota.
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