/mwɛ̃dʁ/
Translation
least, slightest
Word origin
From Latin minor ('smaller, less'), the comparative of an unattested positive related to minus ('less'). It serves as the irregular comparative of petit in its abstract senses. The same root gives English 'minor' and 'minus'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- minor
- English cognates
- minor, minus
Grammar
Examples
' l' .
I have not the slightest idea where he is.
Au , .
At the slightest noise, the cat hides under the bed.
C' .
That is the least of my worries right now.
hésitation.
He agreed without the slightest hesitation.
cette .
Choosing to leave was the lesser evil in that situation.
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