Primer (en. First)

/ˈpɾimeɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The first in a series or the most important.
He was the first student to finish the exam.
Él fue el primer estudiante en terminar el examen.
A document or book that introduces a topic.
I bought a primer on Spanish grammar.
Compré un primer sobre gramática española.
The first level in a hierarchy.
The first floor of the building is dedicated to reception.
El primer piso del edificio se ocupa de la recepción.

Etymology

From Latin 'primarius', which means 'the first'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

first day
The first day of something, like a new stage or adventure.
primer día
first love
The first love experienced in life.
primer amor
prime minister
The head of government in some countries.
primer ministro

Related Words

primero
Indicates the position one in a sequence.
primero
primal
That is primitive or essential.
primal
primacy
The condition of being the first or the most important.
primacía

Slang Meanings

The first attempt or version of something.
This is the first one I made, it still needs adjustments.
Este es el primer que hice, todavía necesita ajustes.
Something that is fundamental or basic.
To understand this, you need to know the basics.
Para entender esto, necesitas conocer lo primer.