Hoofdzakelijk
Example: De oorlog werd hoofdzakelijk veroorzaakt door politieke conflicten.
Definition
"Hoofdzakelijk" is an adverb that means primarily or mainly, indicating that something is the most important or predominant cause or factor. For example, in history, "hoofdzakelijk" refers to the main reason or cause behind an event or situation.
Etymology
The word "hoofdzakelijk" originates from the Dutch words "hoofd" meaning head or main, and "zaak" meaning matter or cause, combined with the suffix "-elijk" which forms an adverb. Did you know? "Hoofdzakelijk" literally means 'head matter-ly', emphasizing the main or principal aspect of something.
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