English Dictionary

drop in the bucket

noun

(idiomatic) Something of little importance, especially an inconsequential effort or action as compared to a huge problem.

Donating a dollar to charity is just a drop in the bucket compared to the amount of help they need.

意味（1）

(idiomatic) Something of little importance, especially an inconsequential effort or action as compared to a huge problem.

A $100 donation from an individual is generous, but it is a drop in the bucket compared to the $100,000 fundraising goal.