1. In linguistics and phonology, the basic units of sound that form the foundation of speech, typically consonants and vowels
The primary segments of English include all vowels and consonants.
Os segmentos primários do inglês incluem todas as vogais e consoantes.
2. In biology and anatomy, the initial or most fundamental structural divisions of an organism or body part
The primary segments of the embryo develop into major body structures.
Os segmentos primários do embrião se desenvolvem em estruturas corporais principais.
3. In business and marketing, the main divisions or categories of a target market or product line
The primary segments of our customer base are young professionals and families.
Os segmentos primários de nossa base de clientes são profissionais jovens e famílias.