This is the 1334th most frequent French word.
minimum
The smallest or least amount possible.
The word 'minimum' is used here to denote the least amount of effort expected.
Le minimum que vous pouvez faire est de répondre.
The minimum you can do is to respond.
The word 'minimum' conveys the idea of the smallest amount necessary to achieve success.
Il faut travailler un minimum avant de réussir.
One needs to work a minimum to succeed.
The word 'minimum' describes the smallest number required for a specific situation.