El mínim



Example: Hem de complir el mínim requisit per participar en el concurs.

Definition


"El mínim" refers to the smallest amount or lowest limit required or allowed in a particular context. It often denotes the minimum standard or prerequisite that must be met, as in the example phrase where one must fulfill the minimum requirement to participate in a contest.

Etymology


The phrase "el mínim" comes from the Latin word 'minimus,' meaning 'smallest' or 'least.' Over time, it evolved in Catalan to denote the lowest or smallest quantity necessary. Did you know? The word 'minimum' has been used in many languages to express the concept of the smallest permissible or required amount.

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"El mínim" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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