Significado en español

A2adverb formal 3K

Firstly

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈfɜːstli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈfɜːrstli/"]/

Significado de Firstly

used to introduce the first of a list of points you want to make in a speech or piece of writing

In simple words: At the start of a list or explanation.

Firstly en una frase

• There are two reasons for this decision: firstly…
• Firstly let me introduce myself.
• So where do we start? Well firstly, you need to assess your financial situation.

Cómo usar Firstly

Use 'firstly' to introduce the first point in formal writing or speeches. Avoid in casual conversations; 'first' is often preferred instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone transition word

Memory hint

Think of 'firstly' as 'first' with a 'ly,' like a step up in formality.

Palabras relacionadas

Collocations with Firstly

• firstly and secondly
• firstly then
• firstly I would like

Synonyms for Firstly

• first
• to begin with
• in the first place

Opposites of Firstly

• lastly
• finally

Common mistakes with Firstly

• 'Firstly' is not often used in informal contexts.
• Some learners confuse 'firstly' with 'first,' thinking they can use them interchangeably in all situations.
• Overusing 'firstly' when listing items can sound overly formal.

Preguntas frecuentes sobre Firstly

¿Qué significa Firstly?

At the start of a list or explanation.

¿Qué significa Firstly en español?

At the start of a list or explanation.

¿Cuál es la definición de Firstly?

used to introduce the first of a list of points you want to make in a speech or piece of writing

¿Cómo se usa Firstly en una frase?

There are two reasons for this decision: firstly…

¿Puedes dar otro ejemplo de Firstly?

Firstly let me introduce myself.

¿Cuáles son los sinónimos de Firstly?

Algunas alternativas comunes son first, to begin with, in the first place.

¿Cuál es el opuesto de Firstly?

Significados opuestos incluyen lastly, finally.

¿Qué palabras acompañan a Firstly?

Suele combinarse con firstly and secondly, firstly then, firstly I would like.

¿Cuáles son los errores comunes al usar Firstly?

'Firstly' is not often used in informal contexts. Some learners confuse 'firstly' with 'first,' thinking they can use them interchangeably in all situations. Overusing 'firstly' when listing items can sound overly formal.

¿Cómo se pronuncia Firstly?

US: /["/ˈfɜːrstli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfɜːstli/"]/. Escucha el audio de arriba para oír la pronunciación nativa.

¿Firstly es formal o informal?

"Firstly" es formal, así que encaja en conversaciones profesionales, de negocios o académicas.

¿Cuándo debo usar Firstly?

Use 'firstly' to introduce the first point in formal writing or speeches. Avoid in casual conversations; 'first' is often preferred instead.

¿Qué nivel CEFR tiene Firstly?

"Firstly" está en el nivel A2 de la escala CEFR.