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Main

meɪn
Extreem Veelvoorkomend
400 - 500
400 - 500
De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000. Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.

Hoofdzakelijk, Belangrijkste, Hoofd-, Primaire

Betekenissen van Main in het Nederlands

Hoofdzakelijk

Voorbeeld:
The main reason for the meeting is to discuss the budget.
De hoofdreden voor de vergadering is om het budget te bespreken.
She is the main character in the story.
Zij is de belangrijkste personage in het verhaal.
Gebruik: FormalContext: Used in discussions, reports, or storytelling where importance or prominence is being highlighted.
Opmerking: This meaning is often used to emphasize the primary aspect of something.

Belangrijkste

Voorbeeld:
What is the main point of your argument?
Wat is het belangrijkste punt van je argument?
The main thing to remember is to stay calm.
Het belangrijkste om te onthouden is om kalm te blijven.
Gebruik: Formal/InformalContext: Applicable in both casual and professional situations when discussing key ideas or priorities.
Opmerking: This usage can also imply the most significant factor among various elements.

Hoofd-

Voorbeeld:
The main entrance is on the front of the building.
De hoofd-ingang is aan de voorkant van het gebouw.
We need to focus on the main issues at hand.
We moeten ons concentreren op de hoofdproblemen die aan de orde zijn.
Gebruik: Formal/InformalContext: Used in both casual and formal descriptions of locations or subjects.
Opmerking: This term can be used as a prefix to describe something as primary or principal.

Primaire

Voorbeeld:
Our main objective is to improve customer satisfaction.
Onze primaire doelstelling is om de klanttevredenheid te verbeteren.
The main concerns are safety and efficiency.
De primaire zorgen zijn veiligheid en efficiëntie.
Gebruik: FormalContext: Commonly found in business, academic, or professional settings.
Opmerking: This meaning can be used in more technical or specialized discussions.

Synoniemen van Main

primary

Primary means first in order or importance, serving as the main or principal element.
Voorbeeld: The primary purpose of the meeting is to discuss the budget.
Opmerking: Primary is often used to emphasize the most important or fundamental aspect of something.

principal

Principal refers to the main or most important person, thing, or reason.
Voorbeeld: The principal reason for the delay was the traffic jam.
Opmerking: Principal is commonly used in formal contexts, such as in academic or business settings.

chief

Chief denotes the most important or influential in a particular context.
Voorbeeld: The chief concern of the community is the lack of access to healthcare.
Opmerking: Chief is often used in a hierarchical or organizational sense to indicate the highest-ranking or most significant position.

foremost

Foremost means leading or most prominent in a particular quality or aspect.
Voorbeeld: She is considered one of the foremost experts in the field of neuroscience.
Opmerking: Foremost is used to highlight being at the forefront or top position in a specific area.

Uitdrukkingen en veelvoorkomende zinsdelen van Main

Main course

Refers to the primary or central dish in a meal, typically following an appetizer.
Voorbeeld: I'll have the steak as my main course, please.
Opmerking: Main course specifically refers to the primary dish in a multi-course meal, distinct from the general concept of 'main'.

Mainstream

Refers to ideas, products, or services that are considered conventional or popular.
Voorbeeld: The band's music has become more mainstream in recent years.
Opmerking: Mainstream describes what is widely accepted or popular within a particular context, not just a primary item.

Mainstream media

Refers to traditional media sources that reach a large audience, such as newspapers, TV, and radio.
Voorbeeld: The story was covered by all the major mainstream media outlets.
Opmerking: Mainstream media specifically refers to established, widely accessed media outlets, not just any primary media sources.

Main character

Refers to the central or primary character in a story, movie, or other narrative.
Voorbeeld: Harry Potter is the main character in the series of books by J.K. Rowling.
Opmerking: Main character pertains to the central figure in a narrative, distinguishing it from other characters.

Main point

Refers to the most important or central idea or argument in a discussion or presentation.
Voorbeeld: Let me summarize the main points of the presentation for you.
Opmerking: Main point highlights the crucial aspect of a topic, not just any primary aspect.

Main event

Refers to the featured or most important part of an event, often in entertainment or sports.
Voorbeeld: The main event of the evening will be a championship boxing match.
Opmerking: Main event signifies the highlighted or central attraction of an event, not just the primary event.

Main ingredient

Refers to the primary component or element in a mixture or recipe.
Voorbeeld: The main ingredient in this recipe is fresh basil.
Opmerking: Main ingredient specifies the crucial component of a mixture, not just any primary component.

Dagelijkse (slang) uitdrukkingen van Main

Main squeeze

Refers to one's significant other or romantic partner.
Voorbeeld: I'm going out with my main squeeze tonight.
Opmerking: The original word 'main' refers to something primary or chief, while 'main squeeze' is a slang term for a romantic partner.

Main man

Refers to someone who is a person's most trusted or important associate or friend.
Voorbeeld: He's my main man when it comes to fixing things around the house.
Opmerking: While 'main' can refer to something principal or chief, 'main man' emphasizes the importance and trustworthiness of the person.

Main drag

Refers to the main street or central area of a town where most commercial activities occur.
Voorbeeld: The main drag in this town is where all the shops and restaurants are located.
Opmerking: The slang term 'main drag' specifically refers to a central commercial area, while 'main' alone can refer to something primary or principal.

Main source

Refers to the primary or most reliable source of something.
Voorbeeld: She's my main source of information about current events.
Opmerking: While 'main' can mean primary or chief, 'main source' emphasizes the reliability and importance of the source being referred to.

Main vein

Refers to a major road or route that serves as a primary artery for transportation.
Voorbeeld: This road is the main vein that connects the entire city.
Opmerking: The phrase 'main vein' is a metaphorical extension of 'main' to describe a crucial route or pathway, emphasizing its importance as a main artery for travel.

Main - Voorbeelden

Main character
Hoofdpersonage
The main reason
De belangrijkste reden
He is the main boss
Hij is de hoofdbaas

Grammatica van Main

Main - Bijvoeglijk naamwoord (Adjective) / Bijvoeglijk naamwoord (Adjective)
Lemma: main
Vervoegingen
Bijvoeglijk naamwoord (Adjective): main
Zelfstandig naamwoord, meervoud (Noun, plural): mains
Zelfstandig naamwoord, enkelvoudig of massa (Noun, singular or mass): main
Lettergrepen, Woordafbreking en Klemtoon
main bevat 1 lettergrepen: main
Fonetische transcriptie: ˈmān
main , ˈmān (De rode lettergreep is benadrukt)

Main - Belangrijkheid en gebruiksfrequentie

De frequentie- en belangrijkheidsindex van woorden geeft aan hoe vaak een woord in een bepaalde taal voorkomt. Hoe kleiner het getal, hoe vaker het woord wordt gebruikt. De meest gebruikte woorden variëren meestal van ongeveer 1 tot 4000.
main: 400 - 500 (Extreem Veelvoorkomend).
Deze belangrijkheidsindex helpt je te focussen op de meest nuttige woorden tijdens je taal leerproces.
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