priorities
word · lemma: priority
/pɹaɪˈɔɹətiz/
pry-OR-i-teez
/pɹaɪˈɒɹɪtiz/
pry-OR-i-teez
Definition
Things that are more important than others and need to be dealt with first. Having priorities helps you decide what you should focus on.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in the plural ('set your priorities'). Common collocations: 'top priorities', 'change priorities', 'get your priorities straight'. Often used in work, school, or personal life contexts.
Spanish: prioridadesPortuguese (BR): prioridadesPortuguese (PT): prioridadesChinese (Simplified): 优先事项Chinese (Traditional): 優先事項Hindi: प्राथमिकताएँArabic: الأولوياتBengali: অগ্রাধিকারসমূহRussian: приоритетыJapanese: 優先事項Vietnamese: ưu tiênKorean: 우선순위Turkish: önceliklerUrdu: ترجیحاتIndonesian: prioritas
Example Sentences
School and family are my top priorities right now.
basic
Sometimes you have to change your priorities when life gets busy.
natural
She always puts her kids at the top of her priorities.
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You should decide on your priorities before starting the project.
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It is important to set clear priorities in life.
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Let’s get our priorities straight before we make any big decisions.
natural