ADVERB
wenigstens/ˈveːnɪçstn̩s/at least
wenigstens is a German adverb that means at least. It is pronounced /ˈveːnɪçstn̩s/.
Definitions
1.indicates the minimal amount considered sufficient or the least desirable alternative(minimum, concession)
a.to express the least that should be the case
Du könntest mir wenigstens helfen.—You could at least help me.
b.to concede a minor positive in a negative context
Es hat wenigstens nicht geregnet.—At least it didn't rain.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "wenigstens" mean in English?
- "wenigstens" means at least. It is a German adverb.
- How do you pronounce "wenigstens"?
- "wenigstens" is pronounced /ˈveːnɪçstn̩s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "wenigstens"?
- "wenigstens" is a adverb in German.
