English–German

“main reason” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhaʊ̯ptˌgʁʊnt/

Example

Wir kennen den Hauptgrund noch nicht.

We don't know the main reason yet.

Illustration for Hauptgrund (main reason)

How to say “main reason” in German

“Main reason” in German is Hauptgrund.

Several explanations surround an event, but one central reason accounts for it most strongly.

Full entry for Hauptgrund: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Hauptgrund

Als Hauptgrund gelten häufig finanzielle Probleme.

Financial problems are often regarded as the main reason.

Tips for using Hauptgrund

  • Hauptgrund is masculine, so its definite form is der Hauptgrund and its plural is Hauptgründe with an umlaut.

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