How to Use "smattering" with Example Sentences

1. David has only a smattering of astronomy .
2. Only the smattering of applause from guests watching them brought her back to herself , to self-consciousness .
3. He expects a smattering of foreigners and britons to attend .
4. We have seen a smattering of downward revisions for 2011 this month already .
5. She speaks fluent french and has a basic smattering of german .