Medical Prefix
primi-
primi- means first (from the Latin primus, meaning first).
What does primi- mean?
The prefix primi- means first. It comes from the Latin word primus. It appears in words describing something happening for the first time, especially in pregnancy and childbirth. For example, a primigravida is a woman pregnant for the first time. It contrasts with multi-, meaning many.
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Frequently asked questions
What does primi- mean?
The prefix primi- means first and comes from Latin.
What is a primigravida?
It is a woman pregnant for the first time, combining primi- (first) with gravida (pregnancy).
How is primi- different from multi-?
Primi- means first, while multi- means many, as in multigravida.
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