die meisten
Translation
most, the majority
Examples
Die meisten Leute mögen Pizza.
Most people like pizza.
Am meisten mag ich den Sommer.
I like summer the most.
Die meisten meiner Freunde sind hier.
Most of my friends are here.
Grammar Patterns
most (+ plural noun) die meisten (+ Nomen Plural) Most cars are expensive.
(verb) the most am meisten (+ Verb) He eats the most.
most of (+ plural noun) die meisten von (+ Dativ Plural) Most of the students passed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Mehrheit; Antonyms: die wenigsten
Etymology
The superlative form of 'viel' (much/many). It is cognate with the English word 'most'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Meister' (master) who has the 'most' skill or knowledge.