major — very important, serious, or significant
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very important, serious, or significant
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmeɪdʒər/
Korean meaning: 주요한, 중요한
Korean pronunciation: 메이-저 (강세: 메이)
Example Sentences
- I can't decide on my major - should I study pizza-ology or nap science?
- Traffic jam is a major issue in Seoul.
- She made a major mistake by putting salt instead of sugar in her coffee.
major
ADJECTIVE//ˈmeɪdʒər//
very important, serious, or significant

The head doctor handles a major medical emergency with urgent coordination
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Origin
From Latin 'maior' meaning 'greater' or 'larger', the comparative form of 'magnus' (great). It entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to denote something of greater importance or size.
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“I can't decide on my major - should I study pizza-ology or nap science?”
“Traffic jam is a major issue in Seoul.”
“She made a major mistake by putting salt instead of sugar in her coffee.”
“What's your major at university?”
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