mini
/mee-nee/
mini
A small version of something, like this tiny toy car.
mini(adjective)
mini
?small or short version of something
tiny
?size description
,short
?specifically regarding clothing length
📝 In Action
Ella prefiere llevar una falda mini.
A1She prefers to wear a mini skirt.
Tengo un mini reproductor de música.
A1I have a mini music player.
💡 Grammar Points
One Form Fits All
This word doesn't change its ending. Whether you are describing a masculine or feminine thing, it is always 'mini'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Placement
You can put 'mini' before the noun (un mini bar) or after it (una falda mini), but placing it before is very common when it's part of a compound word.
A 'mini' can refer to a short skirt, known as a miniskirt.
📝 In Action
La mini ya no está de moda este año.
A2The miniskirt is no longer in style this year.
In some contexts, a 'mini' ironically refers to a very large liter-sized cup.
📝 In Action
¿Pedimos un mini de cerveza para compartir?
B1Shall we order a large beer to share?
⭐ Usage Tips
The Sarcastic Mini
If you are in a bar in Spain and someone orders a 'mini', don't expect a small glass! It's an ironic name for the largest cup they have.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: mini
Question 1 of 2
If you are in a bar in Madrid and you order 'un mini', what will you receive?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'mini' a formal word?
It is neutral when used as an adjective (like 'mini serie'), but it can be quite informal when used as a noun to mean a miniskirt or a large drink.
What is the difference between 'mini' and 'pequeño'?
'Pequeño' is the general word for 'small'. 'Mini' usually implies something is a smaller version of a standard size, or it specifically refers to the fashion style of being very short.