am wenigsten
Meaning and Usage
"Am wenigsten" is a German expression that translates to "the least" or "at least" in English. It is used to indicate the smallest amount or the lowest degree of something.
Linguistic Analysis
"Am wenigsten" consists of the preposition "am" (at the) and the superlative form of "wenig" (little/few). The superlative form "wenigsten" is used to express the least or the smallest amount.
Comparisons between German and English
The expression "am wenigsten" is similar in meaning to the English phrase "the least." Both are used to indicate the smallest amount or degree of something.
Cultural Context
There is no specific cultural context related to this expression.
Example Sentences
- Er isst am wenigsten in der Familie. (He eats the least in the family.)
- Dieses Buch hat am wenigsten Seiten. (This book has the fewest pages.)
Memory Tips
Associate "wenigsten" with "littlest" in English to remember that it signifies the least amount or the smallest degree.
Additional Vocabulary
- Wenig (little/few)
- Das Minimum (the minimum)
- Kaum (barely)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Since "am wenigsten" is a phrase, it does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
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