B2
minimal vs minimum
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| minimaladjective/ˈmɪn.ə.məl/ | Meaning very small in amount or degree, the smallest possible or acceptable | Goes with minimal risk | Example The repair caused only minimal damage to the rest of the building. |
| minimumnoun/ˈmɪn.ə.məm/ | Meaning the smallest amount or number that is possible or allowed | Goes with minimum of | Example The course requires a minimum of ten students, or it will be canceled. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Repairs can be done at cost.