zumeist
Translation
mostly, for the most part, usually
Examples
Zumeist sind die Geschäfte sonntags geschlossen.
For the most part, the stores are closed on Sundays.
Die Teilnehmer waren zumeist Studenten.
The participants were mostly students.
Grammar Patterns
zumeist + V2 sentence For the most part, ... Zumeist sind die Geschäfte sonntags geschlossen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meistens, hauptsächlich (mainly), in der Regel (as a rule); Antonyms: selten (rarely), kaum (hardly)
Etymology
Composed of "zu" (to) and "meist" (most). The literal sense is "to the most," meaning for the most part.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'zumeist' is a more formal synonym for 'meistens'. You'll see it more in writing than in casual speech.