main
/meɪn/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1520 in the learning path
主要的；最重要的
Definitions
adj. Most important or largest among others.
主要的；最重要的
n. A large pipe or cable supplying water, gas, or electricity.
主管道；干线
Example
The main entrance is beside the little coffee shop.
正门就在那家小咖啡馆旁边。
One main reason for urban migration is the wider range of employment opportunities available in cities.
人们迁往城市的一个主要原因是城市提供的就业机会更多。
Collocations
- main reason
- main entrance
- main concern
- water main
Word family
- mainly (adv.)
Synonyms
- principal
- chief
- primary
Antonyms
- secondary
- minor
Usage tip
形容词通常放在名词前；主要地用mainly。
FAQ
- What does main mean?
- Most important or largest among others. A large pipe or cable supplying water, gas, or electricity.
- How is main pronounced?
- UK /meɪn/, US /meɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
