English · Adjectives
mainly
/ˈmeɪnli/
[/ˈmeɪnli/]
mostly; for the most part
Beginneradverb
Definition
Mainly means for the most part or chiefly.
Example
The class is mainly for beginners.
The class is mainly for beginners.
Etymology
From 'main', from Old English 'mægen' meaning strength, plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to point to the main part or main reason.