das Haupttor
Translation
main gate, main entrance
Examples
Wir treffen uns am Haupttor.
We'll meet at the main gate.
Das Haupttor der Burg ist riesig.
The castle's main gate is huge.
Grammar Patterns
((at sth.)) to meet at sth. We'll meet at the main gate.
((sth.'s)) ((sth.)) sth. is huge The castle's main gate is huge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Haupteingang; Antonyms: Nebeneingang, Seitentor
Etymology
Composed of 'Haupt' (head, main) and 'Tor' (gate). It literally means 'main gate'.
Memory Tips
Visualize the main 'gate' (Tor) as the 'head' (Haupt) entrance to a place.