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)
Comparativeminder
Superlativemindesten

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.

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