minion
word
Definition
A minion is someone who does unimportant tasks for a powerful person, often obeying without question. It can be used seriously or jokingly.
Usage & Nuances
Often slightly negative or humorous; rarely a compliment. Common in stories about villains ('evil minions') or used jokingly about helpers. Don't confuse with 'minion' as the animated character—it is used both ways.
Spanish: secuaz - subordinadoPortuguese (BR): capanga - lacaioPortuguese (PT): capanga - lacaioChinese (Simplified): 爪牙 - 手下Chinese (Traditional): 爪牙 - 手下Hindi: चेला - अनुचरArabic: تابع - خادمBengali: চেলা - অনুচরRussian: прислужник - подчинённыйJapanese: 子分 - 手下Vietnamese: tay sai - thuộc hạKorean: 하수인 - 부하Turkish: uşak - yandaşUrdu: چیلہ - تابعIndonesian: anak buah - kaki tangan
Example Sentences
The king's minions followed every order he gave.
basic
He treated his assistant like a minion.
basic
Whenever there's a group project, she always acts like everyone's minion and does all the work.
natural
The villain sent his minions to find the treasure.
basic
I'm not your minion—do your own work!
natural
His boss expected him to act like a loyal minion.
natural