1. smallest in amount, degree, or size
數量、程度或尺寸上最小的
He did the least work of anyone on the team.
他是團隊裡工作做得最少的人。
This is the least expensive option available.
這是現有選項中最便宜的一個。
Least Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
least
adjective
快速理解
What does "Least" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Least"?
「least」是「little」的最高級，主要表示最小、最少或最不重要的程度。
- 1
最小的數量或程度
EN: the smallest amount or degree
翻譯: 指數量、程度或規模上最小的。
- 2
最不重要的
EN: of the lowest importance or significance
翻譯: 指在重要性、等級或價值上最低的。
- 3
用於否定句（一點也不）
EN: used in negative constructions to emphasize a lack (not in the least)
翻譯: 用於否定結構中，強調「一點也不」。
- 4
至少（用於讓步或設定底線）
EN: at the minimum; at any rate (used to concede or set a baseline)
翻譯: 用於表示最低限度或無論如何，常用於讓步或設定底線。
小提醒：注意「least」是「little」的最高級形式，與「less」（比較級）和「fewest」（可數名詞的最高級）用法不同。在「at least」中表示「至少」，是固定片語。
發音（How to Pronounce "Least" in English）
How to pronounce "Least" in English?"Least" US vs UK pronunciation
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Real-life Examples of "Least" from YouTube Videos
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Least"?How does "Least" change by context?
2. of the lowest importance or rank
重要性或等級最低的
That is the least of my worries right now.
那是我目前最不擔心的事。
She started in the least prestigious position and worked her way up.
她從最不起眼的職位做起，一路晉升。
3. to the smallest extent or degree
在最小範圍或程度上
I like this movie the least out of the whole series.
在整個系列中，我最不喜歡這部電影。
He was the least surprised by the news.
他對這個消息最不感到驚訝。
4. the smallest amount or degree
最小的數量或程度
The least you can do is apologize.
你至少能做的就是道歉。
She didn't care in the least about their criticism.
她一點也不在乎他們的批評。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Least"?How to make natural sentences with "Least"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| the least + adjective (superlative) | 最不…的 | This is the least interesting book I've ever read. (這是我讀過最無趣的書。) |
| the least + noun | 最少的… | He did the least work of anyone on the team. (他是團隊裡工作做得最少的人。) |
| at least | 至少 | You should at least try to finish the report. (你至少應該試著完成報告。) |
| not in the least | 一點也不 | I am not in the least surprised by the news. (我對這消息一點也不感到驚訝。) |
| least of all | 尤其不 | No one believed her, least of all her family. (沒人相信她，尤其是她的家人。) |
| to say the least | 說得客氣一點 | His behavior was rude, to say the least. (說得客氣一點，他的行為很粗魯。) |
用法說明
How is "Least" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Least"?
least + adjective vs. the least + noun
- least + adjective 用於構成形容詞的最高級，表示「最不…的」。
- the least + noun 表示「最少的（數量）」或「最不重要的（事物）」。
- 注意 least 與 the least 的區別，後者通常需要定冠詞 the，並用於修飾名詞。
- 在比較結構中，least 是 little 的最高級形式，與 most 意義相反。 EN: This is the least interesting book on the shelf. 翻譯: 這是書架上最無趣的一本書。
EN:She did the least work but complained the most.
翻譯:她做的工作最少，但抱怨卻最多。
總結建議
在表達「最不…」的概念時，區分清楚是用來修飾形容詞（least + adj.）還是名詞（the least + noun）。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Least" and similar words?How to choose "Least" vs alternatives?
least vs fewest
least 用於不可數名詞，表示「最少量的」；fewest 用於可數名詞，表示「最少的數量」。
least vs lowest
least 強調程度、重要性或數量的「最小」；lowest 強調位置、等級、數值或價格的「最低」。
least vs minimal
least 是最高級比較，強調在特定群體中「最少」；minimal 是絕對形容詞，表示「極少的、剛好足夠的」。
口語用法
How is "Least" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Least"?
引述
在口語中，常用 "at least" 來引述或轉述一個最低限度的資訊或要求，語氣較為隨意。 EN: He said he’ll be here at least by eight. 翻譯: 他說他至少八點前會到。
EN:At least tell me what happened.
翻譯:至少告訴我發生了什麼事。
語氣強調
使用 "the least" 或 "least of all" 來強調某事物是最不重要或最不可能的選項，帶有強烈的主觀語氣。 EN: That’s the least of my worries right now. 翻譯: 那是我現在最不擔心的事。
EN:I wouldn’t lie to you, least of all about this.
翻譯:我不會騙你，尤其是關於這件事。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語言時，"at least" 可作為填充詞，用來修正前一句話或緩和語氣。 EN: It’s a good solution—at least, I think so. 翻譯: 這是個好解法——至少，我是這麼認為的。
EN:We need five people. Or at least four.
翻譯:我們需要五個人。或者至少四個。
正式寫作注意：在學術或正式商業寫作中，應避免將 "at least" 用作填充詞或過於口語化的引述，以保持文體的嚴謹與簡潔。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Least"?What fixed phrases with "Least" should I remember?
at least
at least [number/amount/clause]
至少；起碼；無論如何
least of all
least of all [someone/something]
尤其不；最不
not in the least
not in the least [adjective/interested/etc.]
一點也不；毫不
to say the least
[statement], to say the least
說得客氣一點；至少可以這麼說
the least expected
the least expected [noun]
最意想不到的
last but not least
last but not least, ...
最後但同樣重要的
at the very least
at the very least
至少；起碼（語氣比 'at least' 更強）
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Least"?Which "Least" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is the less intelligent person in the group.
✓He is the least intelligent person in the group.
比較三個或以上的人或事物時，形容詞的最高級形式應使用 'least' 而非 'less'。'Less' 是比較級，用於兩者之間的比較。
×He is least interested in sports.
✓He is the least interested in sports.
當 'least' 作為形容詞最高級的一部分修飾名詞或與 'be' 動詞連用時，通常需要定冠詞 'the'。省略 'the' 會使句子聽起來不自然或不完整。
×This product has the least calories.
✓This product has the fewest calories.
'Least' 用於不可數名詞，而 'fewest' 用於可數名詞的複數形式。'Calories' 在此語境中通常視為可數的個別單位。
×He is not the least talented player on the team.
✓He is the least talented player on the team.
句子 'He is not the least talented...' 可能產生歧義，聽起來像雙重否定（並非最不有天賦），意即他其實有些天賦。若要清楚表達他是天賦最低的，應直接使用肯定句 'He is the least talented...'。
×He is the player talented least on the team.
✓He is the least talented player on the team.
'Least' 作為程度副詞修飾形容詞 'talented' 時，應直接置於形容詞之前。將 'least' 放在形容詞之後或句末是錯誤的語序。
×He finished in the least place in the race.
✓He finished in last place in the race.
'Least' 表示程度上的最低（如最不有趣），而 'last' 表示順序上的最後（如比賽中的最後一名）。兩者不可混淆。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Least"?What are tense/participle forms of "Least"?