unwesentlich
Translation
insignificant, immaterial, non-essential
Examples
Das ist ein unwesentlicher Unterschied.
That is an insignificant difference.
Die Kosten sind unwesentlich.
The costs are insignificant.
Grammar Patterns
to be insignificant The costs are insignificant.
an insignificant ((noun)) That is an insignificant difference.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insignificant, irrelevant, minor; Antonyms: essential, significant, important
Etymology
From un- (not) + Wesen (essence, being) + -lich (-ly). Literally 'not of the essence'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Wesen' as the core or 'essence' of something. 'Unwesentlich' is not part of the core, so it's not important.