ADJECTIVE
minder/ˈmɪndɐ/lesser; minor; inferior
minder is a German adjective that means lesser, minor, or inferior. It is pronounced /ˈmɪndɐ/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "minder" and "mindesten".
Definitions
1.less in degree, size, or importance(comparative)
a.less; having lower value, degree, or importance (often used with nouns, seldom as a positive adjective)
Er bekam eine minder schwere Strafe als sein Komplize.—He received a less severe punishment than his accomplice.
b.(in compounds) indicating a lower rank or lesser extent
Die Minderheit hatte eine minder bedeutende Rolle.—The minority had a less significant role.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | (wenig) |
|---|---|
| Comparative | minder |
| Superlative | mindesten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "minder" mean in English?
- "minder" means lesser, minor, or inferior. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "minder"?
- "minder" is pronounced /ˈmɪndɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "minder"?
- The comparative of "minder" is "minder" and the superlative is "mindesten".
- What part of speech is "minder"?
- "minder" is a adjective in German.
