die Hauptherkunftsstaaten
Translation
main countries of origin
Examples
Das sind die Hauptherkunftsstaaten der Flüchtlinge.
These are the main countries of origin for the refugees.
Grammar Patterns
main countries of origin ((of sb.)) the main countries of origin of the migrants
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ursprungsländer, Herkunftsländer
Etymology
A compound of 'Haupt-' (main), 'Herkunft' (origin), and 'Staaten' (states/countries).
Memory Tips
Break it down into 'Main-Origin-States' to easily remember its meaning in political or social contexts.