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
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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.
