Hoveddel

Hoveddel is a Danish and Norwegian noun meaning the main part or primary component of something. The word is a compound of hoved, meaning head or main, and del, meaning part. It is a generic label used across everyday and technical language to distinguish the central element from auxiliary parts, sections, or modules.

In technical and industrial contexts, hoveddel refers to the core assembly or main body that carries the essential function of a device, machine, or system. For example, in a mechanical assembly the hoveddel is the principal component around which other parts are organized; in electronics, it can denote the central module that contains key functionality. In documents or plans, the term may be used to describe the main section or the principal portion of content.

The term is common in both Danish and Norwegian and is widely understood in professional writing, manuals, and specifications. It tends to be neutral and descriptive, lacking evaluative connotations. Depending on the context, more specific terms may be used to identify the exact nature of the main part, such as “main body,” “core module,” or “central unit,” but hoveddel remains a versatile generic label.

See also: del.