Example: No ser pas menor és un aspecte clau en aquesta negociació complexa.
Definition
"No ser pas menor" is a Catalan expression used to emphasize that something is not insignificant or minor, often highlighting its importance or relevance in a given context. For example, it indicates a key aspect in a complex negotiation.
Translations
To be far from minor
No ser menor
Niet gering zijn
Être loin d'être mineur
Nicht unerheblich sein
Etymology
The phrase "No ser pas menor" comes from Catalan, where "no ser" means 'not to be', "pas" is an emphatic negation particle, and "menor" means 'lesser' or 'minor'. Together, they form a strong negation emphasizing that something is definitely not minor, underscoring its significance.
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To be far from minor