Translation of Italian word "prima" to English
prima
/ˈpri.ma/
How to use
Used to indicate a point in time before the present moment.
🇬🇧 English
before, earlier
Example
Devo finire i compiti prima di uscire.
I need to finish homework before going out.
Non l'avevo mai visto prima d'ora.
I had never seen it before now.
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Common phrases
- prima della cena— before dinner
- prima della partenza— before departure
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Frequency rank: #75 in Italian
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What does the Italian word "prima" mean?▼
The Italian word "prima" means "before, earlier" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "In un momento precedente nel tempo." (which translates as "I need to finish homework before going out.").
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