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minor

Pronunciation: [/ˈmaɪ.nəɹ/]

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minor: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use minor in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “age”

(adjective) describes something or someone who is young or not yet an adult. When you're a minor, you're not old enough to do certain things on your own.

Example

In many countries, you need to be a minor to attend school.

Example

Since she was a minor, she couldn't vote in the election.

Example

Who is considered a minor in your country?

Context: “importance”

(adjective) something that is of lesser significance or importance compared to something else. When something is minor, it doesn't have a big impact.

Example

The issue was minor and didn't require immediate attention.

Example

The major problem overshadowed the minor details.

Example

How do you differentiate between major and minor concerns?

How to pronounce minor

Pronunciation: [/ˈmaɪ.nəɹ/]

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