
minor
/ˈmaɪnə/ · /ˈmaɪnər/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #5408 in the learning path
较小的;次要的;轻微的
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.