Primeramente (en. Firstly)

/pɾi.meɾaˈmen.te/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adverb
In the first place or at the beginning of a speech or narration.
Primarily, I want to thank everyone present.
Primeramente, quiero agradecer a todos los presentes.
It is used to indicate the first of several things that will be listed.
Primarily, we need to analyze the problem.
Primeramente, debemos analizar el problema.
In a sequential process, it indicates the first stage.
Primarily, we need to establish an action plan.
Primeramente, debemos establecer un plan de acción.

Etymology

It derives from 'primer', which comes from the Latin 'primarius' and the suffix '-mente' that forms adverbs.

Common Phrases and Expressions

primarily
In the first place or at the beginning of something.
primeramente
it is said primarily
It is used to introduce a topic or argument.
se dice primeramente

Related Words

first
First element in a series.
primero
primordial
That is fundamental or essential.
primordial
principle
The beginning of something.
principio

Slang Meanings

Colloquial use to mark a priority.
Primarily, the most important thing is to pass the exam.
Primeramente, lo más importante es pasar el examen.
Informal introduction to a topic.
Primarily, and without beating around the bush, I’m going to tell you what happened.
Primeramente, y sin rodeos, te voy a contar lo que pasó.