Translation of Spanish word "primo" to English
primo
/ˈpɾimo/
Meaning
NounThe son of one’s uncle or aunt; a first cousin. More broadly, any collateral relative.
How to use
Primo ('cousin - male') is masculine (feminine: prima). Plural primos means male cousins or cousins in general.
🇬🇧 English
cousin (male)
Example
Mi primo juega bien al fútbol.
My cousin plays soccer well.
Él es mi primo favorito.
He is my favorite cousin.
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- primo hermano— first cousin
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The Spanish word "primo" means "cousin (male)" in English.
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