das Hauptfach
Translation
major, main subject
Examples
Mein Hauptfach ist Germanistik.
My major is German studies.
Welche Hauptfächer gibt es an dieser Universität?
What majors are there at this university?
Grammar Patterns
to major in ((sth.)) I'm majoring in German studies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Studienrichtung (field of study), Spezialisierung (specialization); Antonyms: Nebenfach (minor subject)
Etymology
Composed of 'Haupt-' (main, head) and 'Fach' (subject, field). Literally 'main subject'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'head' subject you study at university.