English–French

“minimal” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/minimal/

Example

Le risque est minimal.

The risk is minimal.

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How to say “minimal” in French

“Minimal” in French is minimal.

A quantity or intensity kept just above the threshold that still counts.

Full entry for minimal: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with minimal

Un effort minimal suffit souvent.

A minimal effort is often enough.

Tips for using minimal

  • Unlike English, French minimal changes for gender and number: minimale, minimaux, and minimales.

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