CEFR A1

main

adjective

Meaning

The most important or largest part of something.

Examples

The main reason for the delay was the weather.
He is the main character in the story.

Synonyms: chief, primary, principal, foremost

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main (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /meɪn/

Definition

The most important or largest part of something.

Examples

The main reason for the delay was the weather.
He is the main character in the story.
The main course was delicious.

How to Use main

main reason (collocation): The primary cause for something. — "The main reason for his absence was illness."
main point (collocation): The most important idea or fact. — "The main point of the meeting is to decide on the budget."

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