wenigstens

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German[edit]

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): [ˈveːnɪçstn̩s]
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Adverb[edit]

wenigstens

  1. at least
    Synonyms: mindestens, zumindest

Usage notes[edit]

  • Regarding the slight distinction between mindestens and zumindest, explained in the latter lemma, wenigstens can be used in both ways and is therefore a good choice in any case of doubt, although it is overall the least frequent of the three adverbs.

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