Adjective · A2 · Spanish glossary
Menor: younger
menor
Pronunciation: meh-NOHR (stress the capital letters)
Menor means “younger” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: younger; smaller; minor
- How to say it: meh-NOHR
- Forms: menor, menor, menores, menores
- Level: Elementary (A2)
What “menor” means and how to use it
Menor means “younger” (people) and “smaller” or “minor.”
Forms of “menor”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | menor | menores |
| Feminine | menor | menores |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Mi hermano es menor que yo.My brother is younger than I am.
- Es un problema menor.It is a minor problem.
- Los menores de edad pagan menos.Minors pay less.
Usage tip
“Menor de edad” means underage. “Menor” is the opposite of mayor.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “younger” in Spanish?
“younger” in Spanish is “menor.” It is pronounced meh-NOHR, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “menor”?
Say meh-NOHR. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “menor” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “menor,” “menor,” “menores,” and “menores.”
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