primogenito
firstborn
Advanced Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/pri.mo.ˈdʒɛ.ni.to/
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Cultural Note
The tradition of naming the primogenito after the paternal grandfather (and the first daughter after the paternal grandmother) is deeply rooted in southern Italy. This practice reinforces generational continuity and keeps family names alive across centuries.
📝 Example Sentences
Il primogenito porta spesso il nome del nonno paterno.
The firstborn often carries the paternal grandfather's name.
Come primogenito, sentiva una grande responsabilità.
As the firstborn, he felt a great responsibility.
La loro primogenita si chiama Lucia.
Their firstborn daughter is called Lucia.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | primogenite |
| masculine_plural | primogeniti |
| feminine_singular | primogenita |
| masculine_singular | primogenito |