min
word · lemma: minute
/ˈmɪn/
min
/ˈmɪn/
min
Definition
'Min' is an informal abbreviation for 'minute', meaning a unit of time equal to 60 seconds. It is commonly used in schedules, text messages, and digital displays.
Usage & Nuances
'Min' is always lowercase and used in informal, technical, or space-saving contexts (like text, chat, or digital timers). Not used in formal writing. Don't confuse with 'min.' (more formal) or 'minimum'.
Spanish: minutoPortuguese (BR): minutoPortuguese (PT): minutoChinese (Simplified): 分钟Chinese (Traditional): 分鐘Hindi: मिनटArabic: دقيقةBengali: মিনিট (সংক্ষিপ্ত) - মিনিটRussian: мин (разг.)Japanese: 分(ふん)(略)Vietnamese: phút (viết tắt)Korean: 분 (약어)Turkish: dk (kısaltma) - dakika (kısaltma)Urdu: منٹ (مختصر)Indonesian: mnt (singkatan) - menit (singkatan)
Example Sentences
I'll be ready in one min.
basic
Set the timer for 5 min.
basic
The movie starts in 10 min.
basic
Hold on, just give me two min to finish this.
natural
Can you call me back in 15 min?
natural
The bus leaves in 3 min, so hurry up!
natural