English–Chinese
“at least” in Chinese
How to say “at least” in Chinese
“At least” in Chinese is 至少 (zhì shǎo).
A lower boundary that a number, amount, or action must reach, with anything above it still possible.
Example sentences with 至少
这件事至少需要两天才能完成。zhè jiàn shì zhì shǎo xū yào liǎng tiān cái néng wán chéng
This matter will take at least two days to complete.
Tips for using 至少
- English speakers often expect at least to follow the subject, but Chinese 至少 (zhìshǎo, "at least") is commonly placed before the part whose minimum it marks.
Other Chinese words for “at least”
你好歹也要告诉我。nǐ háo dǎi yě yào gào sù wǒ
You should at least tell me.
你起码要穿外套，外面很冷。nǐ qí mǎ yào chuān wài tào wài miàn hěn lěng
You should at least wear a coat; it's very cold outside.