How to Say "the minimum" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “the minimum” is “mínimo” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
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NounB1
lowest limit or requirement
Examples
El mínimo para obtener la beca es 80 puntos.
The minimum (score) to get the scholarship is 80 points.
Llegamos al mínimo histórico de temperaturas.
We reached the historical low point for temperatures.
Como mínimo, tienes que llamar a tus padres.
At the very least, you have to call your parents. (Common phrase: 'como mínimo')
Used with Articles
When used as a noun, 'mínimo' almost always needs the masculine article 'el' or 'un' before it, as in 'El mínimo es suficiente' (The minimum is enough).
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