wenigsten
Translation
at least, the least, the fewest
Examples
Du solltest wenigstens anrufen.
You should at least call.
Die wenigsten Leute wissen das.
The fewest people know that.
Am wenigsten mag ich Spinat.
I like spinach the least.
Grammar Patterns
wenigstens + [Clause] at least... Wenigstens ist niemand verletzt.
die wenigsten + [Noun] the fewest... Die wenigsten Kinder mögen Brokkoli.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mindestens; Antonyms: meistens, am meisten
Etymology
Superlative form of 'wenig' (little, few). The suffix '-sten' marks the superlative.
Memory Tips
Think of 'wenig' (little/few) plus '-sten', similar to the English superlative '-est'. From 'the least/fewest', the meaning 'at least' is derived.