No. 7,373 in German
geringeren
"Smaller," "lower," or "lesser," depending on context.
In a sentence
Die Firma hat dieses Jahr im Vergleich zum Vorjahr einen geringeren Umsatz erzielt.
The company achieved a lower turnover this year compared to the previous year.
Here, 'geringeren' is used as an adjective in the Accusative, describing 'Umsatz' (turnover). It translates to 'lower' (lesser in magnitude or quantity).
Mit einer geringeren Höhe ist dieser Tisch besser für Kinder geeignet.
With a lower height, this table is more suitable for children.
'Geringeren' operates as an adjective modifying 'Höhe' (height) and indicates it being lesser, suitable in comparison for the described purpose.
Die Lösung mit geringeren Kosten könnte die beste Wahl sein.
The solution with lower costs might be the best choice.
In this sentence, 'geringeren' is an adjective modifying 'Kosten' (costs), denoting the comparison indicating lower expenses.
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