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Means that something is more important than other things and is therefore dealt with first, mainly, or with special attention. It describes a priority or focus.
Die Sicherheit der Mitarbeiter ist unser vorrangiges Ziel.
The safety of our employees is our primary goal.
The word is derived from 'der Vorrang' (priority). 'Vorrang' itself consists of 'vor' (before/in front of) and 'Rang' (rank). Something that is 'vorrangig' (primary) therefore has a “front rank” and is thus more important.
Die Lösung dieses Problems hat absoluten Vorrang.
Solving this problem has absolute priority.
'Vorrangig' (primary/primarily) can be used as an adjective before a noun or as an adverb to describe an action. As an adverb, it usually appears in the middle of the sentence.
Die Sicherheit ist unser vorrangiges Anliegen.
Safety is our primary concern.
The word 'vorrangig' (primary) belongs to a neutral to formal style. It is often used in professional, political, or planning contexts to clearly state priorities.
Die Regierung will vorrangig die wirtschaftliche Stabilität sichern.
The government wants primarily to secure economic stability.
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Primär describes something as the most important goal or the first focus. Vorrangig additionally emphasizes that something is given preference or dealt with first. Primär fits a mere ranking; when referring to a practical priority, vorrangig is often more precise.
Wegen akuter Schäden behandeln wir die Sicherheit der Bewohner bei der Sanierung vorrangig.
Because of the serious damage, we are giving the residents’ safety priority during the renovation.
Die Sicherheit der Bewohner ist bei der Sanierung unser primäres Ziel.
The residents’ safety is our primary goal during the renovation.
