German · Numbers & Time
Minute
Minute
Beginnernoun
Definition
A unit of time equal to 60 seconds.
Example
Warte eine Minute, bitte.
Wait a minute, please.
Etymology
'Minute' is borrowed from Latin 'minuta', referring to something minute or small in terms of time, and it has been assimilated into German usage.
How & Where It’s Used
'Minute' functions in both spoken and written German, encompassing formal and informal uses, recognized widely across German-speaking regions.