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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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'wichtig' and 'vorrangig' both have to do with importance. 'wichtig' generally says that something matters or must be taken into account. 'vorrangig' goes one step further: something is more important than other things and should therefore be handled first or given special treatment. 'wichtig' fits in many everyday situations. 'vorrangig' sounds somewhat more factual and fits well with planning, work, problems, or goals when you mean an order or priority.
Bei schlechtem Wetter hat die Sicherheit der Kinder vorrangige Bedeutung.
In bad weather, the children's safety is of primary importance.
Morgen ist es wichtig, dass die Eltern pünktlich beim Arzt sind.
Tomorrow it is important that the parents arrive at the doctor on time.