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πρώτος — meaning in English

protos

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English meaning

first adj Coming before all others in order, rank, or time.
prime adj Of the highest quality or importance; excellent.

Senses

πρώτος is used for these senses in English:

first Of or belonging to a first family.
first (uncountable) The person or thing in the first position.

first — full definition

adj Coming before all others in order, rank, or time.
adv Before anything else; ahead of other things.
noun Something that has never happened before.
noun The lowest gear of a vehicle.

prime — full definition

adj Of the highest quality or importance; excellent.
adj (mathematics) Of a number, divisible only by itself and one.
verb To prepare something for use, especially by applying an initial coat or by getting it ready in advance.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Greek words

πρώτα πρωτίστως εκλεκτός πρωταρχικός ακμή