unimportant
word
/ənɪmˈpɔɹtənt/
uhn-im-POR-tuhnt
/ˌʌnɪmpˈɔːtənt/
uhn-im-PAW-tuhnt
Definition
Something that is unimportant does not have much value, meaning, or effect; it is not significant or necessary.
Usage & Nuances
Typically used in neutral or slightly formal contexts. Common with 'details', 'issues', 'matters', or when minimizing something's importance. Can be subjective—what's unimportant to one person may be important to another. Avoid in very emotional situations, as it can seem dismissive.
Spanish: sin importancia - no importantePortuguese (BR): sem importância - insignificantePortuguese (PT): sem importância - insignificanteChinese (Simplified): 不重要Chinese (Traditional): 不重要Hindi: महत्वहीनArabic: غير مهمBengali: অপ্রয়োজনীয় - গুরুত্বহীনRussian: неважныйJapanese: 重要ではないVietnamese: không quan trọngKorean: 중요하지 않은Turkish: önemsizUrdu: غیر اہمIndonesian: tidak penting
Example Sentences
This is an unimportant detail, so you don't need to worry.
basic
My old toys are unimportant to me now.
basic
Don't waste time on unimportant things.
basic
It's just an unimportant mistake, don't worry about it.
natural
He always talks about unimportant stuff in meetings.
natural
Whether it's sunny or rainy is unimportant to our plans.
natural