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prime in French

prime in French is de premier ordre, excellent, principal — prime means of the highest quality or importance; excellent.

prime in French

de premier ordre
adj
excellent
adj
principal
adj
First in importance, degree, or rank.
premier
adj
nombre premier
noun
(algebra, number theory) A prime element of a mathematical structure, particularly a prime number.
amorcer
verb
(intransitive) To serve as priming for the charge of a gun.
amorcer
verb
To apply priming to (a musket or cannon); to apply a primer to (a metallic cartridge).
apprêter
verb
To apply priming to (a musket or cannon); to apply a primer to (a metallic cartridge).

What does "prime" mean?

  1. adj Of the highest quality or importance; excellent.
    "This waterfront lot is prime real estate."
  2. adj (mathematics) Of a number, divisible only by itself and one.
    "Seven is a prime number because nothing but 1 and 7 divides it evenly."
  3. verb To prepare something for use, especially by applying an initial coat or by getting it ready in advance.
    "You should prime the wall before painting it."

prime in a sentence

  • This waterfront lot is prime real estate.
  • He's in prime physical condition for his age.
  • Seven is a prime number because nothing but 1 and 7 divides it evenly.
  • You should prime the wall before painting it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "prime" in French?

"prime" in French is de premier ordre, excellent, principal. prime means: Of the highest quality or importance; excellent.

How do you use "prime" in a sentence?

Example: "This waterfront lot is prime real estate." In French, "prime" is de premier ordre, excellent, principal.

Are there other ways to say "prime" in French?

Yes — French has 7 translations listed for "prime": de premier ordre, excellent, principal, premier, nombre premier, amorcer.

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