min
“min” means “minute” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
minute
Also: min
📝 In Action
Faltan 5 min para que empiece la película.
A1There are 5 minutes left until the movie starts.
El tiempo de cocción es de 20 min.
A2The cooking time is 20 minutes.
La reunión duró 45 min, ni más ni menos.
B1The meeting lasted 45 minutes, no more, no less.
minimum
Also: minimal
📝 In Action
El salario min requerido es de 1000 euros.
B1The minimum salary required is 1000 euros.
Necesitas una nota min de 70 para aprobar.
B2You need a minimum grade of 70 to pass.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: min
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses the abbreviation 'min' for 'minute'?
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📚 Etymology▼
'Min' is not a word itself but a modern abbreviation (a shortening). Its primary use comes from 'minuto', which traces back to the Latin *minūtus*, meaning 'small' or 'diminished'.
First recorded: Modern usage (20th Century) following international scientific standards.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use 'min' or 'minuto' when speaking?
Always use the full word 'minuto' or 'minutos' when you are speaking. 'Min' is only used in writing, usually next to a number, like '5 min'.
Is 'min' capitalized?
No, 'min' should be written in lowercase, just like the full word 'minuto' or 'mínimo'.