Minimum Meaning(定義、用法、例句與發音)

minimum

noun

快速理解

What does "Minimum" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Minimum"?

「minimum」主要指數量或程度上的最低點或最小值。

  1. 1

    最低限度

    EN: the smallest amount or level that is possible, allowed, or required

    翻譯: 可能、允許或要求的最小數量或程度

  2. 2

    數學最小值

    EN: the smallest value that a mathematical function can have

    翻譯: 數學函數所能取得的最小數值

  3. 3

    最低要求/標準

    EN: the lowest level of quality, achievement, or effort that is acceptable

    翻譯: 可接受的品質、成就或努力的最低水平

  4. 4

    極簡狀態

    EN: a state of using or doing the least possible

    翻譯: 使用或做到最少可能的狀態

小提醒:注意「minimum」的複數形式是「minima」或「minimums」,但在日常使用中「minimums」更為常見。

發音(How to Pronounce "Minimum" in English

How to pronounce "Minimum" in English?"Minimum" US vs UK pronunciation

點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。

Real-life Examples of "Minimum" from YouTube Videos

Michael Seibel - How to Plan an MVP

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And today I'm going to talk to you about, uh, minimum viable product, So MVP.

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Definitions(定義)

What are the definitions of "Minimum"?How does "Minimum" change by context?

1. the smallest amount or number that is possible, allowed, or needed

可能、允許或需要的最小數量或數目

We need a minimum of ten people to run the course.

我們至少需要十個人才能開設這門課程。

The temperature dropped to a minimum of five degrees last night.

昨晚氣溫降到了最低五度。

Keep costs to a minimum.

將成本控制在最低限度。

2. the lowest level or limit that something can reach or be set at

某事物可以達到或被設定的最低水平或限度

The law sets a minimum wage for all workers.

法律為所有工人設定了最低工資。

There is a minimum age requirement for driving a car.

駕駛汽車有最低年齡要求。

The bank requires a minimum balance in the account.

銀行要求帳戶內需維持最低結餘。

3. the smallest or least amount observable or attainable in a given context

在特定情境下可觀察到或可達到的最小或最少量

The experiment was conducted with the minimum of equipment.

這項實驗是用最少的設備進行的。

He passed the exam with the absolute minimum of effort.

他以絕對最少的努力通過了考試。

We aim to cause the minimum of disruption.

我們的目標是造成最小的干擾。

4. smallest or lowest in amount, degree, or size

數量、程度或尺寸上最小或最低的

The minimum age for voting is 18.

投票的最低年齡是18歲。

What is the minimum payment required?

所需的最低付款額是多少?

We need to meet the minimum standards.

我們需要達到最低標準。

Grammar & Patterns(句型)

What are common sentence patterns for "Minimum"?How to make natural sentences with "Minimum"?
PatternMeaningExample
a minimum of + [number] + [noun]至少(某數量)的(某物)The job requires a minimum of five years of experience. (這份工作要求至少五年的經驗。)
at a minimum至少;起碼The repairs will cost $500 at a minimum. (維修費用起碼要 500 美元。)
keep/be kept to a minimum保持在最低限度Please keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM. (晚上十點後請將噪音保持在最低限度。)
the absolute/very minimum絕對的最低限度;最起碼的This is the absolute minimum we can accept. (這是我們能接受的最起碼的條件。)
reduce/cut something to a minimum將某物減少到最低程度We've cut our expenses to a minimum. (我們已將開支減到最低。)
with a minimum of + [noun]以最少的(某物)The task was completed with a minimum of fuss. (這項任務以最少的麻煩完成了。)

用法說明

How is "Minimum" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Minimum"?

minimum of vs minimum for

  • minimum of + [數量/時間] 用於指定一個具體的最低數量或時間長度。
  • minimum for + [名詞/動名詞] 用於說明為達到某個目的、標準或對象所需的最低限度。
  • 當後面接動詞時,通常使用 minimum to + [動詞原形] 來表示「為了做某事所需的最低限度」。

對比例句: EN: You need a minimum of three years of experience for this job. 翻譯: 這份工作要求至少三年的工作經驗。

EN:The minimum for passing the course is a score of 60.

翻譯:通過這門課程的最低分數是60分。

總結建議

在表示具體數量時用「minimum of」,在說明針對某個目的或標準時則用「minimum for」。

易混淆對比

What is the difference between "Minimum" and similar words?How to choose "Minimum" vs alternatives?

minimum vs minimal

「minimum」強調數量或程度上的最低值,而「minimal」則強調程度上的極小或微不足道。

minimum vs least

「minimum」指設定的最低標準或門檻,而「least」則是在比較中程度最低的一個。

minimum vs bare minimum

「minimum」指一般的最低要求,而「bare minimum」則強調僅達到生存或運作的最基本、最精簡狀態。

口語用法

How is "Minimum" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Minimum"?

引述

在對話中,當引述或轉述一個具體的數字或要求時,常會使用「minimum」。 EN: He said the minimum order is 100 units. 翻譯: 他說最低訂購量是100件。

EN:The rule is a minimum of two hours of study per night.

翻譯:規則是每晚至少要學習兩個小時。

語氣強調

在非正式對話中,有時會重複「minimum」或加上「absolute」來加強語氣,表示「絕對最低限度」。 EN: I need eight hours of sleep, minimum. 翻譯: 我需要睡八個小時,至少。

EN:That's the absolute minimum I can accept.

翻譯:這是我能接受的絕對底線。

停頓填充

在思考或列舉時,「minimum」可作為停頓填充詞,帶出後續的條件或說明。 EN: The job requires, minimum, three years of experience. 翻譯: 這份工作要求,至少,要有三年經驗。

EN:You'll need, at a minimum, your ID and proof of address.

翻譯:你至少需要帶身分證和住址證明。

正式書寫注意:在正式報告或學術寫作中,應避免將「minimum」用作口語填充詞,建議使用更精確的表述,如「at least」或直接給出具體數值。

常見短語

What common collocations use "Minimum"?What fixed phrases with "Minimum" should I remember?

minimum wage

noun

最低工資

at a minimum

prepositional phrase

至少,起碼

minimum requirement

noun phrase

最低要求

keep something to a minimum

verb phrase

將...保持在最低限度

bare minimum

noun phrase

絕對最低限度,最基本

minimum order

noun phrase

最低訂購量

minimum payment

noun phrase

最低還款額

常見錯誤

What are common mistakes with "Minimum"?Which "Minimum" sentences look correct but are wrong?

×I need a minimum of informations.

I need a minimum of information.

「information」是不可數名詞,不能加「s」。

×The minimum temperatures is recorded here.

The minimum temperature is recorded here.

當「minimum」作為形容詞修飾名詞時,名詞應為單數形式。

×He did the minimumest work possible.

He did the minimum amount of work possible.

「minimum」本身已是最高級概念(最少量),沒有比較級或最高級形式。表達「最少的量」應使用「the minimum amount of」。

×Keep the noise to a minimal.

Keep the noise to a minimum.

「minimal」是形容詞,意為「極小的」。這裡需要名詞「minimum」,意為「最小值、最低限度」。固定片語為「keep something to a minimum」。

×A minimum of two people is needed.

A minimum of two people are needed.

當「a minimum of + 複數名詞」作為主詞時,動詞通常與其後的複數名詞一致,使用複數動詞。

×You need to work for minimum 8 hours.

You need to work for a minimum of 8 hours.

表達「至少...」的持續時間或數量時,通常使用「a minimum of + 數字」,而不是單獨使用「minimum」作副詞。

詞形變化

What are the word forms of "Minimum"?What are tense/participle forms of "Minimum"?