smattering

noun

A superficial or shallow knowledge of a subject. / A small number or amount of something.

He only has a smattering of knowledge about the topic.

意味（1）

A superficial or shallow knowledge of a subject.

She knows a smattering of Greek, but not enough to carry on a conversation.

意味（2）

A small number or amount of something.

There’s only a smattering of people who oppose the first amendment.