vähemalt
Vähemalt is an Estonian adverb meaning "at least" or "not less than." It is used to express a minimum quantity, duration, or degree in a statement, question, or command. The word typically precedes a numeral or a time expression, and can introduce a clause that sets a lower bound.
- With numerals: Vähemalt kolm inimest olid kohal. (At least three people were present.)
- With time or duration: Projekt kestab vähemalt kaks nädalat. (The project lasts at least two weeks.)
- In broader minimums: Ta peaks olema vähemalt valmis. (He should be at least ready, or more generally,
- Vähemalt is written as one word.
- It is often followed by a numeral in its base form (kaks, kolm, jne.) and, in some
- It serves to set a lower bound and can contrast with phrases that state exact counts or
- The word is formed from the root vähe (little, few) with a derivational suffix that yields