Prime meanings in Chinese

主要的

Example:

The prime reason for the decision was financial.

做出这个决定的主要原因是财务问题。

She is the prime candidate for the job.

她是这个职位的主要候选人。

Usage: formalContext: used in discussions about importance or priority

Note: This meaning emphasizes something that is of utmost importance.

初级的

Example:

He is in his prime of life.

他正处于人生的初级阶段。

The athlete is in their prime.

这位运动员正处于巅峰状态。

Usage: informalContext: often used to describe the best or most successful period in someone's life

Note: This sense reflects a period of peak performance or capabilities.

质数

Example:

A prime number is only divisible by one and itself.

质数只能被1和它本身整除。

The first few prime numbers are 2, 3, 5, and 7.

前几个质数是2、3、5和7。

Usage: formalContext: mathematics and number theory

Note: In mathematics, a prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that cannot be formed by multiplying two smaller natural numbers.

最好的

Example:

They only sell prime cuts of meat.

他们只卖最好的肉。

This is a prime example of good design.

这是一个优秀设计的最好例子。

Usage: informalContext: used in discussions about quality or excellence

Note: This usage highlights the superior quality of something.

首要的

Example:

The prime objective of the project is to increase efficiency.

这个项目的首要目标是提高效率。

Ensuring safety is a prime concern.

确保安全是首要的关注点。

Usage: formalContext: often used in business or policy discussions

Note: This meaning refers to something that is of primary concern or priority.

optimal

Optimal means the best possible or most favorable.

Example: This is the optimal time to plant the seeds.

Note: Prime often refers to the best or most important period of time or condition, while optimal specifically emphasizes the best possible choice or outcome.

peak

Peak refers to the highest point or maximum level of something.

Example: Her performance reached its peak during the final act.

Note: While prime can also indicate the best or most important period, peak focuses more on the highest point or level of something.

ideal

Ideal means the perfect or most suitable in a particular situation.

Example: An ideal solution to the problem would satisfy everyone.

Note: Prime can convey a sense of being the best or most important, while ideal specifically emphasizes perfection or suitability for a situation.

Prime time

The most popular or highly coveted time slot for television or radio broadcasts when the largest audience is expected to be watching or listening.

Example: The show will air during prime time at 8 p.m.

Note: The word 'prime' in 'prime time' refers to the best or most important time for broadcasting, rather than the mathematical sense of being a prime number.

Prime example

An excellent or outstanding example that represents the typical qualities or characteristics of a particular type of person or thing.

Example: She is a prime example of hard work paying off.

Note: When 'prime' is used in 'prime example,' it emphasizes the exceptional nature of the example, not referring to being a prime number.

Prime minister

The head of the government in many countries, typically the leader of the ruling party and responsible for overseeing the executive branch.

Example: The Prime Minister addressed the nation in a televised speech.

Note: In this context, 'prime' denotes the chief or principal role of the minister, not related to mathematics.

Prime suspect

The main or leading individual who is believed to be responsible for a crime or wrongdoing.

Example: He is the prime suspect in the robbery case.

Note: Here, 'prime' signifies the principal or most important suspect, not indicating a prime number.

Prime the pump

To provide initial resources or investments to kick-start or stimulate a process or activity, especially economic growth.

Example: The government plans to prime the pump with additional funding to stimulate the economy.

Note: In this phrase, 'prime' means to prepare or get something ready for use, not related to being a prime number.

In its prime

Referring to the period when something was at its best or most successful state.

Example: This old building was beautiful in its prime.

Note: When something is described as being 'in its prime,' it means it was at its peak condition, not associated with being a prime number.

Prime the canvas

To prepare a surface, such as a canvas, by applying a primer or base layer before painting or other artistic work.

Example: Before painting, it's important to prime the canvas with a base coat.

Note: Here, 'prime' means to prepare or treat the canvas for painting, not related to being a prime number.

PRIME

Used to describe something of excellent quality or top-notch.

Example: That movie was PRIME!

Note: The slang term amplifies the positive connotation of 'prime'.

Prime Rib

A high-quality cut of beef from the rib section, known for its tenderness and flavor.

Example: I'm craving some prime rib for dinner.

Note: Refers specifically to a type of meat, unlike the more general use of 'prime'.

In Prime

The peak period of one's life when they are at their best in terms of ability or achievement.

Example: She's in her prime right now, excelling in her career.

Note: Directly relates to a stage of life or performance, rather than a general positive descriptor.

Prime numbers are only divisible by 1 and themselves.

质数只能被1和它们自己整除。

The prime minister gave a speech about the state of the economy.

总理发表了关于经济状况的演讲。

This is a prime example of excellent customer service.

这是一个优秀客户服务的典范。

Prime - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)

Lemma: prime

Conjugations

Adjective (Adjective): prime

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): primes, prime

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): prime

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): primed

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): priming

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): primes

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): prime

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): prime

Syllables, Separation and Stress

prime Contains 1 syllables: prime

Phonetic transcription: ˈprīm

prime , ˈprīm (The red syllable is stressed)

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prime: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).

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