This is the 256th most frequent Estonian word.
eelkõige
Primarily; above all.
The word 'eelkõige' highlights the most important aspect.
Meie ettevõttes on turvalisus eelkõige oluline.
In our company, safety is of utmost importance.
Here, 'eelkõige' is used to emphasize preference or priority.
Eelkõige meeldib mulle lugemine.
Above all, I enjoy reading.
In this sentence, 'eelkõige' is used to denote the primary requirement or focus.