minimal
Translation
minimal, minimum
Examples
Der Schaden war minimal.
The damage was minimal.
Wir brauchen eine Lösung mit minimalen Kosten.
We need a solution with minimal costs.
Grammar Patterns
minimal + Noun ((minimal)) ... We need a minimal effort.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gering (low), geringfügig (slight); Antonyms: maximal (maximal), riesig (huge)
Etymology
From Latin 'minimus' (smallest). It's a direct cognate with the English word 'minimal'.
Memory Tips
It looks and means the same as 'minimal' in English, making it very easy to remember.