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minor

/ˈmaɪnə/ · /ˈmaɪnər/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #5408 in the learning path

较小的;次要的;轻微的

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Definitions

adj. Not very serious, important, or large.

较小的;次要的;轻微的

n. A person younger than the legal age of adulthood.

未成年人

adj. Using a musical scale often associated with a sad sound.

小调的

Example

The bike only needs a few minor repairs.

这辆自行车只需要稍作修理。

Minor changes to daily travel habits can collectively reduce pollution in densely populated urban areas.

日常出行习惯的小改变,累积起来可以减少人口密集城区的污染。

Collocations

  • minor injury
  • minor changes
  • minor issue
  • minor key

Word family

  • minority (n.)

Synonyms

  • slight
  • small

Antonyms

  • major

Usage tip

minor injury指轻伤;名词a minor指未成年人。

FAQ

What does minor mean?
Not very serious, important, or large. A person younger than the legal age of adulthood. Using a musical scale often associated with a sad sound.
How is minor pronounced?
UK /ˈmaɪnə/, US /ˈmaɪnər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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