bit by bit

• Locution idiomatique signifiant progressivement, lentement ou par petites étapes sur une certaine durée.

An idiomatic expression meaning gradually, slowly, or in small stages over a period of time.

1. GraduallyB1informal

   In small stages or increments over a period of time.

   petit à petit

   • He learned the language bit by bit.
   • She saved money bit by bit for her vacation.
   • The project progressed bit by bit until it was finished.