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First impressions

🇬🇧 UK //fɜːst ɪmˈprɛʃənz// 🇺🇸 US //fɜrst ɪmˈprɛʃənz//

Meaning of First impressions

The overall opinion formed about someone after the initial meeting.

In simple words: The way someone thinks about another person after meeting them for the first time.

First impressions in a sentence

• Her first impressions of the new colleague were very positive.
• First impressions can be misleading; people may change over time.
• It's important to make good first impressions during job interviews.
• First impressions often determine whether a relationship will develop.
• The first impressions of the event were mixed among the attendees.

How to use First impressions

Used when discussing someone’s initial feelings or judgments about a person; generally informal but also suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of the phrase as taking a 'first picture' in your mind.

Related words

Collocations with First impressions

• make a first impression
• leave a first impression
• form a first impression

Synonyms for First impressions

• initial perceptions
• first judgments
• initial impressions
• first reactions

Common mistakes with First impressions

• Using it inappropriately in formal writing.
• Confusing it with 'lasting impressions.'
• Assuming it's only applicable to people, not situations.

Frequently asked questions about First impressions

What does First impressions mean?

The way someone thinks about another person after meeting them for the first time.

What is the definition of First impressions?

The overall opinion formed about someone after the initial meeting.

How do you use First impressions in a sentence?

Her first impressions of the new colleague were very positive.

Can you give another example of First impressions?

First impressions can be misleading; people may change over time.

What are synonyms for First impressions?

Common alternatives include initial perceptions, first judgments, initial impressions, first reactions.

What words go with First impressions?

It commonly pairs with make a first impression, leave a first impression, form a first impression.

What are common mistakes when using First impressions?

Using it inappropriately in formal writing. Confusing it with 'lasting impressions.' Assuming it's only applicable to people, not situations.

How do you pronounce First impressions?

US: //fɜrst ɪmˈprɛʃənz//, UK: //fɜːst ɪmˈprɛʃənz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use First impressions?

Used when discussing someone’s initial feelings or judgments about a person; generally informal but also suitable for formal contexts.