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primary

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹaɪməɹi/]

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primary: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use primary in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “importance”

(adjective) when something is the most important or the first in order. Like when you have a list of things to do, the primary thing is the most important one.

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Her primary goal is to finish her degree and find a job.

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His primary concern is not about his own well-being.

Example

What is your primary objective for this project?

Context: “education”

(noun) the first grade level of school. It's the beginning of your official education.

Example

She is in primary school and loves learning new things every day.

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Once you finish primary school, you move on to secondary school.

Example

What subjects are taught in primary school?

Context: “basic”

(adjective) something that is fundamental or basic to understanding a topic or subject. Like the primary colors which are the most basic colors.

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Learning the primary colors is essential for understanding color mixing.

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The secondary colors are created by mixing the primary colors together.

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Why are the primary colors important in art?

How to pronounce primary

Pronunciation: [/ˈpɹaɪməɹi/]

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