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primordial means primordial — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 13, 2025

Beautiful Spanish

primordial

adjective • /[pree-mor-dee-AL]/

primordial

Example:

Una sensación primordial envolvió mis sentidos.

A primordial sensation enveloped my senses.

🧠 What does primordial mean?

Primordial means existing from the beginning; first in time; original; fundamental. It describes something essential or foundational, something that served as the basis for later development. Think of it as the very first, the most ancient, the seed of something bigger.

📚 Extra examples

  • El agua es primordial para la vida.
    Water is primordial for life.
  • La familia es la célula primordial de la sociedad.
    The family is the primordial cell of society.
  • Los instintos primordiales de supervivencia.
    The primordial survival instincts.
  • El arte rupestre es una expresión primordial de la creatividad humana.
    Cave art is a primordial expression of human creativity.
  • La búsqueda de la felicidad es un impulso primordial.
    The search for happiness is a primordial impulse.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'primordial' comes from the Latin word 'primordialis', meaning 'first of all'.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "primordial"

Synonyms: fundamental, esencial, básico, primitivo, original
Opposites: secundario, superficial, trivial

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'primordial' in Spanish?
The word 'primordial' is the same in both Spanish and English.
How do you pronounce 'primordial' in Spanish?
It's pronounced pree-mohr-dee-AHL, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'primordial' in a sentence?
You can use 'primordial' to describe something essential or fundamental, as in 'El respeto es primordial en cualquier relación' (Respect is primordial in any relationship).
What is the English translation of 'primordial'?
The English translation of 'primordial' is also 'primordial'.
Does 'primordial' change for gender or number?
No, 'primordial' stays the same regardless of gender or number.
Is 'primordial' common in everyday Spanish?
While not as common as basic vocabulary, 'primordial' is used in both formal and informal settings.
Does 'primordial' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'primordial' doesn't have any slang or double meanings. It maintains its core meaning of 'essential' or 'original'.
Is 'primordial' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'primordial' are consistent across Spain and Latin America.

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