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English - French
Prime
praɪm
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
principal, premier, de première qualité, premier (numéro), prime (en tant que verbe)
Prime meanings in French
principal
Example:
The prime reason for the decision was financial.
La raison principale de la décision était financière.
He is the prime suspect in the case.
Il est le principal suspect dans cette affaire.
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions about importance, priority, or leading roles.
Note: Often used in legal or formal contexts to indicate the most important aspect.
premier
Example:
This is a prime example of great architecture.
C'est un exemple premier d'une grande architecture.
She is a prime candidate for the award.
Elle est une candidate première pour le prix.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to highlight something that is the best or most typical of its kind.
Note: Can be used in both formal presentations and informal conversations.
de première qualité
Example:
We only use prime ingredients in our recipes.
Nous n'utilisons que des ingrédients de première qualité dans nos recettes.
The prime meat was very expensive.
La viande de première qualité était très chère.
Usage: formalContext: Typically used in culinary or product quality discussions.
Note: Refers to high quality or superior grade, especially in food items.
premier (numéro)
Example:
The number 7 is a prime number.
Le nombre 7 est un nombre premier.
Prime numbers are crucial in mathematics.
Les nombres premiers sont cruciaux en mathématiques.
Usage: formalContext: Mathematical discussions.
Note: Refers to numbers that are only divisible by 1 and themselves.
prime (en tant que verbe)
Example:
He primed the pump before using it.
Il a amorcé la pompe avant de l'utiliser.
You need to prime the canvas before painting.
Vous devez apprêter la toile avant de peindre.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when preparing something for use.
Note: In this context, 'prime' as a verb means to prepare or make ready.
Prime's synonyms
optimal
Optimal means the best possible or most favorable.
Example: This is the optimal time to plant the seeds.
Note: Prime often refers to the best or most important period of time or condition, while optimal specifically emphasizes the best possible choice or outcome.
peak
Peak refers to the highest point or maximum level of something.
Example: Her performance reached its peak during the final act.
Note: While prime can also indicate the best or most important period, peak focuses more on the highest point or level of something.
ideal
Ideal means the perfect or most suitable in a particular situation.
Example: An ideal solution to the problem would satisfy everyone.
Note: Prime can convey a sense of being the best or most important, while ideal specifically emphasizes perfection or suitability for a situation.
Prime expressions, common phrases
Prime time
The most popular or highly coveted time slot for television or radio broadcasts when the largest audience is expected to be watching or listening.
Example: The show will air during prime time at 8 p.m.
Note: The word 'prime' in 'prime time' refers to the best or most important time for broadcasting, rather than the mathematical sense of being a prime number.
Prime example
An excellent or outstanding example that represents the typical qualities or characteristics of a particular type of person or thing.
Example: She is a prime example of hard work paying off.
Note: When 'prime' is used in 'prime example,' it emphasizes the exceptional nature of the example, not referring to being a prime number.
Prime minister
The head of the government in many countries, typically the leader of the ruling party and responsible for overseeing the executive branch.
Example: The Prime Minister addressed the nation in a televised speech.
Note: In this context, 'prime' denotes the chief or principal role of the minister, not related to mathematics.
Prime suspect
The main or leading individual who is believed to be responsible for a crime or wrongdoing.
Example: He is the prime suspect in the robbery case.
Note: Here, 'prime' signifies the principal or most important suspect, not indicating a prime number.
Prime the pump
To provide initial resources or investments to kick-start or stimulate a process or activity, especially economic growth.
Example: The government plans to prime the pump with additional funding to stimulate the economy.
Note: In this phrase, 'prime' means to prepare or get something ready for use, not related to being a prime number.
In its prime
Referring to the period when something was at its best or most successful state.
Example: This old building was beautiful in its prime.
Note: When something is described as being 'in its prime,' it means it was at its peak condition, not associated with being a prime number.
Prime the canvas
To prepare a surface, such as a canvas, by applying a primer or base layer before painting or other artistic work.
Example: Before painting, it's important to prime the canvas with a base coat.
Note: Here, 'prime' means to prepare or treat the canvas for painting, not related to being a prime number.
Prime everyday (slang) expressions
PRIME
Used to describe something of excellent quality or top-notch.
Example: That movie was PRIME!
Note: The slang term amplifies the positive connotation of 'prime'.
Prime Rib
A high-quality cut of beef from the rib section, known for its tenderness and flavor.
Example: I'm craving some prime rib for dinner.
Note: Refers specifically to a type of meat, unlike the more general use of 'prime'.
In Prime
The peak period of one's life when they are at their best in terms of ability or achievement.
Example: She's in her prime right now, excelling in her career.
Note: Directly relates to a stage of life or performance, rather than a general positive descriptor.
Prime - Examples
Prime numbers are only divisible by 1 and themselves.
Les nombres premiers ne sont divisibles que par 1 et par eux-mêmes.
The prime minister gave a speech about the state of the economy.
Le Premier ministre a prononcé un discours sur l'état de l'économie.
This is a prime example of excellent customer service.
C'est un exemple parfait d'excellent service client.
Prime grammar
Prime - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: prime
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): prime
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): primes, prime
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): prime
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): primed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): priming
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): primes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): prime
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): prime
Syllables, Separation and Stress
prime Contains 1 syllables: prime
Phonetic transcription: ˈprīm
prime , ˈprīm (The red syllable is stressed)
Prime - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
prime: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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