Grammar fix
main point
most important point
the most important idea or message in what someone says, writes, or discusses
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The main point of her presentation was that everyone should have equal access to education.
In my opinion, the main point of the article is that technology can help improve our daily lives if used responsibly.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: You're missing the main point of what I say.
Say: You're missing the main point of what I'm saying.
Use the continuous — 'what I'm saying' (right now).
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'My main point' is natural; 'principal contention' is formal-debate.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
the main point
- of
- miss
- get to the
- make