While they are spelled the same, they have different meanings and pronunciations:
* Minute (pronounced MY-noot) refers to a small amount of time, typically 60 seconds.
* Minute (pronounced MIN-it) describes something that is very small or tiny.
Here's an example of how they are used in a sentence:
* Minute: "I only have a minute to grab a coffee before my meeting."
* Minute: "The details on the painting were so minute, you could hardly see them."