die Mehrzahl
Translation
majority, plural
Examples
Die Mehrzahl der Leute war dafür.
The majority of the people were for it.
Was ist die Mehrzahl von 'Maus'?
What is the plural of 'Maus'?
Grammar Patterns
die Mehrzahl + et2 the majority of sth. The majority of students agreed.
die Mehrzahl + von + et3 the plural of sth. The plural of 'Apfel' is 'Äpfel'.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Majorität, Plural; Antonyms: Minderheit, Einzahl
Etymology
From 'mehr' (more) + 'Zahl' (number). Literally 'more number'.
Memory Tips
'More number' can mean the greater number (majority) or more than one (plural).