Spanish Conversation · Level 92
60 words
Spanish word
primitivo
Pronunciation
IPA/pɾimiˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveprimitive
Example
Ese método es primitivo.
That method is primitive.
More examples
Su comportamiento primitivo sorprendió a todos.
His primitive behavior surprised everyone.
Core concept
A rough early stone tool.
Common phrases
comportamiento primitivo
primitive behavior
instinto primitivo
primitive instinct
Similar words
simple: Clear and uncomplicated in structure, with few parts and easy meaning.
básico: Composed of only the essential elements that form a basic foundation.
Definition in Spanish
Que describe algo de origen antiguo u originario, o que muestra características sencillas y poco desarrolladas.
Word origin
From Latin primitivus, based on primus 'first', originally naming an initial or earliest state that expanded to mean simple or undeveloped.
Usage tips
- Avoid using primitivo for people or whole cultures because it often sounds derogatory; use básico, sencillo, or antiguo for a neutral description.
Other meanings
- simpleadjective
- undevelopedadjective
Opposites
- modernomodernadjective
- desarrolladodevelopedadjective