Example: La prima viene a trovarci ogni estate in vacanza.
Definition
"La prima" refers to the first or leading female singer in an opera or musical performance, often the principal soprano who plays the main role. It denotes a prominent and celebrated position within the context of music, especially in classical or operatic settings.
Translations
the cousin
la prima
de nicht
la cosina
la cousine
die Cousine
a prima
Etymology
The term "la prima" comes from Italian, where 'prima' means 'first' in the feminine form. It originated in the world of Italian opera, where the leading female singer was called 'la prima donna,' literally 'the first lady.' Over time, 'la prima' became a shorthand for this important role.
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