weniger
less
Meaning of weniger
eine kleinere Menge oder ein geringerer Grad
a smaller amount or degree
Pronunciation
weniger with English translation
weniger usage examples
Wir brauchen weniger Zucker im Kuchen.
We need less sugar in the cake.
Ich trinke weniger Kaffee als früher.
I drink less coffee than I used to.
weniger synonyms
What's the difference between weniger, geringer, niedriger, kleiner, minder, and reduziert
Indicates a smaller amount, degree, or intensity; often used in comparisons.
Means a lower height, level, or value; often linked to physical or numerical “lower”.
Usually means “smaller in size”; can also be used for a smaller quantity in context.
A more literary and somewhat old-fashioned word for “less”; often sounds formal or archaic.
Emphasizes that the amount or level has been intentionally reduced; common in practical and business contexts.
Means “little” or “a small amount”; often used with nouns or in set phrases.
Means “shorter” in length, time, or text; relates to duration or physical length.
Means “weaker” in strength, intensity, or effect; not just less, but less strong.
Means “less often” in frequency; indicates that something happens fewer times.
Emphasizes that something is limited or nearly insufficient; often linked to scarce supply.
Means something used to exist or apply, but does not anymore; it is not just “less,” but “no longer.”
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Questions about this word
What does weniger mean?
a smaller amount or degree
How do you pronounce weniger?
weniger is pronounced [ˈveːnɪɡɐ].
How is weniger used in a sentence?
We need less sugar in the cake. Translation: Wir brauchen weniger Zucker im Kuchen.
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