Mainlausel
Mainlausel is a term that appears in some German-language texts as a calque or informal label for the concept of a main clause, typically in linguistics or legal drafting. It is not a standardized term in most reference works, and usage varies by author and context.
In linguistics, the main clause (often called an independent clause in English) is the central unit of
In contract law or statutory drafting, the main clause refers to the central provision that states the
Usage notes: In German, the conventional linguistic term is Hauptsatz; “Klausel” is used broadly for any clause.
See also: independent clause, dependent clause, Hauptsatz, Nebensatz, contract clause.