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    Mineure (en. Minor)

    /mi.nœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that is less important or of lesser value.
    This question is minor compared to the others.
    Cette question est mineure comparée aux autres.
    Qualifies a person who is not yet of legal age.
    She is a minor, so her parents must sign.
    Elle est mineure, donc ses parents doivent signer.
    In music, refers to a key or chord that has a sad or tender character.
    The melody is in a minor key.
    La mélodie est en tonalité mineure.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'minor', meaning 'smaller'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    underage
    Refers to a person who has not yet reached the legal age of majority.
    mineur en âge
    minor contract
    A contract signed by a minor, often requiring validation by a parent.
    contrat mineur

    Related Words

    major
    Refers to a person who has reached the age of majority.
    majeur
    minority
    The group of minor individuals.
    minorité

    Slang Meanings

    Can refer to a young person in an informal context.
    This group consists of minors who love to have fun.
    Ce groupe est composé de mineures qui aiment s'amuser.
    Used to describe concerns considered trivial.
    It's a minor story, don't worry.
    C'est une histoire mineure, ne t'inquiète pas.