Minimal - translation, pronunciation and examples
minimal
very basic
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When to use minimal
minimalistischer Stil
minimalistischer Look
minimales Design
minimales Outfit
minimale Accessoires
minimal usage examples
Her apartment has a minimal design with just a sofa and a lamp.
Similar words
nearly identical to 'minimalist' or 'minimal' design — emphasizes very small amount or degree
plain and without decoration; focuses on lack of ornament
describes forms with clear, simple lines; common in furniture and interior descriptions
broad, non-ornate or uncomplicated; does not always imply an aesthetic choice
lean and uncluttered; emphasizes omission of nonessential elements
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What's the difference between minimal / unadorned / clean-lined / simple / spare / austere
nearly identical to 'minimalist' or 'minimal' design — emphasizes very small amount or degree
The apartment has a minimal aesthetic with very few furnishings.
Квартира выдержана в минимальном стиле с очень небольшой мебелью.
plain and without decoration; focuses on lack of ornament
She prefers unadorned jewellery and simple lines.
Она предпочитает неукрашенные украшения и простые линии.
describes forms with clear, simple lines; common in furniture and interior descriptions
The sofa has a clean-lined silhouette that fits modern spaces.
У дивана чистая линия силуэта, подходящая для современных пространств.
broad, non-ornate or uncomplicated; does not always imply an aesthetic choice
She wore a simple dress to the party.
Она надела простое платье на вечеринку.
The room’s spare furnishings created a calm atmosphere.
Сдержанная мебель в комнате создаёт спокойную атмосферу.
very plain and strict; can imply severity or lack of luxury
The monastery’s austere architecture reflected its strict way of life.
Аскетичная архитектура монастыря отражала строгий образ жизни.
The brand is known for its understated luxury.
Бренд известен своей сдержанной роскошью.
smooth, efficient, and simple in form or function; emphasizes efficiency as well as reduced detail
The new phone has a streamlined profile and fewer buttons.
Новый телефон имеет обтекаемый профиль и меньше кнопок.
exposed or lacking embellishment; can suggest starkness
The studio felt bare with its concrete floors and white walls.
Студия казалась пустой с бетонным полом и белыми стенами.
smooth, glossy and stylish; implies elegance and modernity rather than austerity
The new watch is sleek and modern, with a slim profile.
Новые часы гладкие и современные, со стройным профилем.
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How to pronounce minimal and what this word means
minimal translation: минималистичный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce minimal
/ˈmɪnɪməl/
minimal translation
минималистичный
minimal examples
Her apartment has a minimal design with just a sofa and a lamp.
minimal transcription
/ˈmɪnɪməl/, /ˈmɪnəməl/
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minimal meaning: what does it mean?
very basic
minimal pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
minimal is pronounced as /ˈmɪnɪməl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
minimal definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Her apartment has a minimal design with just a sofa and a lamp. Translation: Её квартира оформлена в минималистичном стиле — только диван и лампа.
Is minimal part of Interior and Decor vocabulary?
Yes, minimal (минималистичный) can be learned in the Interior and Decor topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is minimal part of Style and Taste vocabulary?
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