ADJECTIVE

überwiegend/ˌyːbɐˈviːɡn̩t/predominant; mainly; chiefly

überwiegend is a German adjective that means predominant, mainly, or chiefly. It is pronounced /ˌyːbɐˈviːɡn̩t/.

Definitions

1.predominant or forming the majority(extent, proportion)

a.mainly; for the most part (used adjectivally)

Die überwiegende Mehrheit stimmte für den Vorschlag.The overwhelming majority voted for the proposal.

b.mainly; principally (used adverbially)

Der Kurs besteht überwiegend aus praktischen Übungen.The course consists mainly of practical exercises.

Adjective Forms

Positiveüberwiegend

Frequently asked questions

What does "überwiegend" mean in English?
"überwiegend" means predominant, mainly, or chiefly. It is a German adjective.
How do you pronounce "überwiegend"?
"überwiegend" is pronounced /ˌyːbɐˈviːɡn̩t/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "überwiegend"?
"überwiegend" is a adjective in German.

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