adj
primo
PREE-moh
Primo (adj) means Informal: top-quality; the best. Example: “That was some primo pizza we had last night.”
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Informal: top-quality; the best.
"That was some primo pizza we had last night."
How to use primo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for excellent or top-of-the-line.
When to use it
Informal / slang — not used in formal writing.
Common pairings
primo quality
primo seats
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Etymology
Borrowed from Italian primo, meaning "first."
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What does “primo” mean?
The word “primo” means informal: top-quality; the best. In plain terms, slang for excellent or top-of-the-line.
How do you pronounce “primo”?
“Primo” is pronounced PREE-moh (/ˈpɹiː.moʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “primo” in a sentence?
Here is “primo” used in a sentence: “That was some primo pizza we had last night.”
What part of speech is “primo”?
“Primo” is an adjective.
Where does the word “primo” come from?
The word “primo” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian primo, meaning "first.".
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