No. 5,601 in Spanish
prime
The Spanish word "prime" translates to "cousin" in English (when used as a noun).
In a sentence
Él me pidió que le diera lo mejor de mí, que lo prime.
He asked me to give him the best of me, to prime him.
Here, 'prime' is used as a verb meaning to prepare or make ready.
La pintura necesita una capa base para que el acabado se prime correctamente.
The paint needs a base coat so that the finish primes correctly.
In this context, 'prime' refers to the preparation or enhancing of a surface for completion.
Ella siempre menciona que la educación es lo primero porque así se alcanzan los objetivos.
She always mentions that education comes first because that is how goals are achieved.
Here, 'primero' (related form of 'prime') is used to indicate precedence or importance.
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