1.
minimum, smallest
The least in size, amount, or degree.
コストを最小限に抑える。
Keep costs to a minimum.
被害を最小にする。
Minimize the damage.
最小単位で販売する。
Sell in the smallest unit.
最小 means "smallest" or "minimum," used as a prefix or standalone word.
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 最小限: minimum, bare minimum
- 最小の: the smallest, the least
- 最小化: minimization
- 最小単位: smallest unit
- 最小公倍数: least common multiple (math)
CONTRAST:
- 最小: smallest, minimum
- 最大: largest, maximum
USAGE:
最小限に抑える (to keep to a minimum) is a very common expression in business and everyday contexts.
RELATED:
- 最低: lowest (value, degree, quality)
Related Words
Antonym:
最大 (maximum)