haupt

This is the 7771st most frequent German word.


haupt

Main; principal.


The word 'haupt' is used here as part of a compound noun, indicating 'main' or 'principal'.

Das Hauptgebäude der Universität ist sehr alt.

The main building of the university is very old.


The term 'haupt' is used here to refer to 'head' in an archaic or poetic context.

Im Märchen wird oft vom goldenen Haupt gesprochen.

In fairy tales, the golden head is often mentioned.


Here, 'haupt' forms the adverb 'hauptsächlich', meaning 'mainly' or 'primarily', indicating focus or priority.

Hauptsächlich beschäftigt sich der Kurs mit Grammatik.

Mainly, the course focuses on grammar.