Principe

/ˈprɪnsɪpeɪ/ noun

Definition

Spanish/Portuguese for prince; also an island nation (São Tomé and Príncipe)

Etymology

From Latin princeps meaning 'first, chief,' from primus 'first' + capere 'to take'

Kelly Says

Príncipe literally means 'the first one' - fitting for royalty, and this tiny island nation in the Gulf of Guinea is indeed a princely paradise!

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