How to Say ‘First’ in Portuguese
Primeira
pree-may-rah
[pree-may-rah]
💬 Usage Tip: Often sets the stage for discovering shared interests.
🇵🇹 In Portugal: Indicates novelty and curiosity when meeting someone new.
Phrase Breakdown
Primeira
[pree-may-rah]
First
Indicates the initial in a sequence or series.
É a sua primeira visita ao bar?
Is it your first visit to the bar?
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