Prim (en. Prim)

/prim/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

It refers to a person who is too formal or severe in their behavior.

Her prim attitude made everyone uncomfortable at the meeting.

Su actitud prim hizo que todos se sintieran incómodos en la reunión.

It can also be used to describe something that is excessively proper or conservative.

The dress she chose was very prim for the occasion.

El vestido que eligió era muy prim para la ocasión.

It is used to describe the behavior of someone who avoids what they consider incorrect or inappropriate.

She is so prim that she never laughs at naughty jokes.

Ella es tan prim que nunca se ríe de los chistes traviesos.

From the English 'prim', which means 'serious' or 'excessively formal'.

to be prim

To have a very formal attitude.

estar prim

prim and proper

To describe someone who strictly follows social norms.

prim y correcto

rigorous

Showing great attention to norms or rules.

riguroso

conservative

Opposed to changes or innovations.

conservador

A person who does not get carried away by fun or being relaxed.

He is always the prim of the group; he doesn't want to join in the craziness.

Siempre es el prim del grupo, no quiere unirse a las locuras.

Someone who gets easily upset by casual behavior or language.

Don't tell him that; he's too prim for that kind of joke.

No le digas eso, es muy prim para ese tipo de bromas.