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    Premières (en. Firsts)

    /pʁə.mjɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which arrives first in a series.
    The first flowers of spring announce the return of warmth.
    Les premières fleurs du printemps annoncent le retour de la chaleur.
    Related to something initiatory or fundamental.
    The first steps of the project must be well planned.
    Les premières étapes du projet doivent être bien planifiées.
    Refers to the initial moments of an event.
    The first minutes of the film were captivating.
    Les premières minutes du film étaient captivantes.

    Etymology

    The word 'premières' comes from the Latin 'primarius', meaning 'first'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make one's first foray
    To begin to gain experience in a field.
    faire ses premières armes
    first impressions
    Immediate reactions or thoughts upon meeting someone.
    premières impressions
    the first light of dawn
    The first signs of daylight.
    les premières lueurs de l'aube

    Related Words

    first
    Who is at the forefront, the first in a set.
    premier
    primeness
    Quality of what is first.
    premièreté
    firstly
    In a primary manner, in the first place.
    premièrement

    Slang Meanings

    Remarkable beginnings.
    His stage entrance was his firsts that impressed everyone.
    Son entrée sur scène était ses premières qui ont tous impressionnés.
    First experiences.
    Firsts at university are often unforgettable.
    Les premières à l'université sont souvent inoubliables.