the main thing is
Lo principal es que estén vivos.
The main thing is that they’re alive.
Lo principal es que todo pasa por mí.
The main thing is that everything goes through me.
— Hermano 2 (2000)
Lo principal es que ni siquiera lo notará.
The main thing is that he won't even notice.
— Una gran mujer (Beanpole) (2019)
Lo principal es, que es poco frecuente.
The main thing is that it is rare.
— La ironía del destino, o goce de su baño (1976)
Miren, lo principal es que lo niños hablen.
Look, the main thing is that the children talk.
En tiempos de guerra lo principal es no perder la cabeza.
In times of war, the main thing is not to lose your head.
— Cuando pasan las cigüeñas (1957)
Lo principal es que estén vivas.
The main thing is that they're alive.
Lo principal es que sean fruto de su imaginación.
The main thing is that they are the product of their imagination.
— Rental Family (Familia de alquiler) (2025)
Lo principal es que estés seguro de que tu amigo está a salvo, vivo y bien.
The most important thing is to make sure your friend is safe, alive, and well.
— Sin amor (2017)