Signification en français

A2adverb formal 3K

Firstly

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

Sens 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 dans une phrase

• 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.

Comment utiliser 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.

Mots liés

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.

Questions fréquentes sur Firstly

Que signifie Firstly?

At the start of a list or explanation.

Que signifie Firstly en français ?

At the start of a list or explanation.

Quelle est la définition de Firstly?

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

Comment utiliser Firstly dans une phrase?

There are two reasons for this decision: firstly…

Peux-tu donner un autre exemple de Firstly?

Firstly let me introduce myself.

Quels sont les synonymes de Firstly?

Quelques alternatives courantes : first, to begin with, in the first place.

Quel est le contraire de Firstly?

Les sens opposés incluent lastly, finally.

Quels mots vont avec Firstly?

Il s'associe souvent à firstly and secondly, firstly then, firstly I would like.

Quelles sont les erreurs courantes avec 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.

Comment prononce-t-on Firstly?

US: /["/ˈfɜːrstli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfɜːstli/"]/. Écoute l'audio ci-dessus pour entendre la prononciation native.

Firstly est-il formel ou informel?

"Firstly" est formel, il convient donc aux conversations professionnelles, d'affaires ou académiques.

Quand dois-je utiliser Firstly?

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

Quel niveau CEFR a Firstly?

"Firstly" est au niveau A2 sur l'échelle CEFR.