nebensächlich
Translation
secondary, incidental, minor, trivial
Examples
Das ist nur eine nebensächliche Information.
That is just incidental information.
Kümmern wir uns nicht um nebensächliche Details.
Let's not worry about minor details.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) + noun secondary ... That is a secondary problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unimportant, trivial, minor; Antonyms: important, essential, main
Etymology
Formed from 'neben' (beside) + 'Sache' (matter) + '-lich' (adjective suffix). It literally translates to 'beside-the-matter-ly', indicating something of lesser importance.
Memory Tips
Visualize the main topic ('Sache') in the center, and a 'nebensächliche' detail off to the side ('neben').