chief
Translation
leader, head, main, principal
Examples
He is the chief of the local fire department.
He is the chief of the local fire department.
The chief reason for the delay was the weather.
The chief reason for the delay was the weather.
Grammar Patterns
chief of ((sth.)) the leader of (sth.) She is the chief of the marketing team.
the chief ((noun)) the main (noun) The chief problem is a lack of funding.
Similar Words
Synonyms (noun): leader, head, boss; Synonyms (adjective): main, principal, primary
Etymology
From Old French 'chef' meaning 'head', from Latin 'caput'.
Memory Tips
A 'chef' is the 'chief' of the kitchen. The 'chief' reason is the 'head' reason.