How to Pronounce Prime

To pronounce "prime", say PRIM-e — 2 syllables, IPA /pɹaɪ̯m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/pɹaɪ̯m/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “prime”

"prime" has 2 syllables: prim-e. It rhymes with paradigm and sublime, if that helps it stick.

What does prime mean?

noun

  1. The first hour of daylight; the first canonical hour.
  2. The religious service appointed to this hour.

adjective

  1. First in importance, degree, or rank.

    “Our prime concern here is to keep the community safe.”

  2. First in time, order, or sequence.

    “Both the English and French governments established prime meridians in their capitals.”

Synonyms

prime numberchoiceprizequalityselectbloomblossomefflorescenceindivisibleearliest

Antonyms

composite

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Words that rhyme with prime

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradigmsublimechimepantomimemaritimestimetimeslimeclimblimerhymelifetime

Related words

premierfirstheydayqualitysuperiorfinechoiceselect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prime"?▾

"Prime" has 2 syllables: prim · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "prime"?▾

The IPA transcription of "prime" is /pɹaɪ̯m/.

What does "prime" mean?▾

Prime: The first hour of daylight; the first canonical hour.

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