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hauptsächlich

chief

Meaning of hauptsächlich

Deutsch

wichtiger als alles andere, z. B. der wichtigste Grund

English

most important or main

chief

Pronunciation

German
[ˈhaʊ̯ptˌzɛçlɪç]
German (Germany)

hauptsächlich with English translation

hauptsächlich usage examples

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Der hauptsächliche Grund ist die Familie.

The chief reason is family.

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Das ist das hauptsächliche Problem.

That's the chief problem.

hauptsächlich synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between hauptsächlich, wichtig, bedeutend, maßgeblich, führend, oberster, and Chef

W
🇩🇪German
wichtig

General word meaning something matters or is significant.

B1very often
bedeutend
🇩🇪German

Emphasizes significance, weight, or notable importance.

B1often
M
🇩🇪German
maßgeblich

Means decisive or determining influence; often used in formal or written contexts.

B1often
F
🇩🇪German
führend

Closer to 'leading' or 'top-ranking,' often about position in a group, industry, or ranking.

B1often
O
🇩🇪German
oberster

Means highest in rank, topmost, or supreme in a hierarchy.

B1rare word
Z
🇩🇪German
zentral

Highlights a central position or key importance in a structure or process.

B1very often
A
🇩🇪German
am wichtigsten

A superlative idea: 'the most important'; used when choosing one thing above others.

B1often
V
🇩🇪German
von zentraler Bedeutung

Very formal expression meaning something is of key or crucial importance.

B1often

Advanced: broader words

C
🇩🇪German
Chef

Not the same adjective sense; means a boss, manager, or leader.

B1often

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Questions about this word

What does hauptsächlich mean?

most important or main

How do you pronounce hauptsächlich?

hauptsächlich is pronounced [ˈhaʊ̯ptˌzɛçlɪç].

How is hauptsächlich used in a sentence?

The chief reason is family. Translation: Der hauptsächliche Grund ist die Familie.

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