No. 14,625 in German
minimalen
"Minimalen" means "minimal" or "the smallest possible."
In a sentence
Die Aufgabe erforderte nur einen minimalen Aufwand.
The task required only minimal effort.
Here, 'minimalen' is an adjective modifying 'Aufwand', describing the extent as being minimal in amount or degree.
Wir hatten nur ein minimales Budget für das Projekt.
We only had a minimal budget for the project.
In this case, 'minimales' is an adjective describing 'Budget', emphasizing the limited financial resources available.
Selbst mit minimaler Vorbereitung konnte er die Präsentation halten.
Even with minimal preparation, he could deliver the presentation.
Here, 'minimaler' is used as an adjective describing 'Vorbereitung', indicating the little amount of preparation undertaken.
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