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wenige

English translation of wenige

few

The word 'wenige' is the German equivalent of the English word 'few'. It is used to describe a small number or quantity of something. For example, 'I have wenige apples left' means 'I have few apples left'.


Example sentences using: wenige

Ich habe nur wenige Äpfel

English translation of Ich habe nur wenige Äpfel

I have only a few apples

The phrase is an example of how 'wenige' can be used quantitatively to describe a small number of something, in this case, apples. It highlights its use in simple, everyday context.

Wenige Menschen kennen diese Regel

English translation of Wenige Menschen kennen diese Regel

Few people know this rule

This sentence uses 'wenige' to describe a small number of people. In this instance, it emphasizes the knowledge or awareness of a particular rule amongst a minority.

Er braucht nur wenige Minuten, um das zu beenden

English translation of Er braucht nur wenige Minuten, um das zu beenden

He only needs a few minutes to finish it

This example demonstrates the use of 'wenige' in a time-related context, expressing that only a small amount of time is needed to complete the task.

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