Haupt Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Haupt" is mainly used as adjective meaning "main", "principal" or "chief". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Haupt"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: neutral
  • Singular: das Haupt
  • Plural: die Häupten

Meanings of "Haupt" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Main or most important"

"Haupt", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Hauptstraße ist immer sehr belebt.The main street is always very busy.
  2. Sein Hauptziel ist es, die Prüfung zu bestehen.His main goal is to pass the exam.
  3. Das Hauptproblem ist die fehlende Finanzierung.The main problem is the lack of funding.

2.) "Head (often poetic/archaic)"

"Haupt", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hielt sein Haupt hoch.He held his head high.
  2. Das Haupt des Königs war mit einer Krone geschmückt.The king's head was adorned with a crown.
  3. Sie senkte ihr Haupt in Trauer.She bowed her head in sorrow.
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