How to pronounce prima
Say it like PREE-muh. Prima has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE).
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- PREE
- muh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prima pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of prima
American and British speakers say prima in essentially the same way: /ˈprimə/ in the US and /ˈpriːmə/ in the UK.
British respelling: PREE-muh.
What does prima mean?
- most important
Where does prima come from?
Derived from Italian prima, derived from Latin prīma.
Words that rhyme with prima
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of prima.
Questions about saying prima
How do you pronounce prima?
Say PREE-muh. The American pronunciation is /ˈprimə/. In British English it is /ˈpriːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prima?
Prima has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE). Broken into parts: PREE · muh.
Do Americans and Brits say prima the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈprimə/ and the British form is /ˈpriːmə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.