der Hauptanreiz
Translation
main incentive, primary motivation, main attraction
Examples
Der Hauptanreiz war das hohe Gehalt.
The main incentive was the high salary.
Für Touristen ist die Altstadt der Hauptanreiz.
For tourists, the old town is the main attraction.
Grammar Patterns
((für+4)) for sth. The main incentive for me is the creative freedom.
((as subject)) as a subject The main incentive is the money.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Hauptmotivation (main motivation), Hauptgrund (main reason); Antonyms: Abschreckung (deterrent), Hindernis (obstacle)
Etymology
From 'Haupt' (main) + 'Anreiz' (incentive, stimulus). Literally 'main incentive'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Haupt' (main) 'Anreiz' (incentive) for doing something. For example, the salary might be the main incentive for taking a job.