Dutch Word · Intermediate
hoofdzaak
matter of primary importance or priority
Pronunciation: say hoofdzaak
Meaning
matter of primary importance or priority
Example
Hij kan hoofd- en bijzaken niet onderscheiden.
He cannot tell what is important and what is not.
Practice tips
- Practice hoofdzaak out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Dutch word is for intermediate-level learners.