Significato in italiano

A2adverb formal 3K

Firstly

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

Significato di 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 in 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.

Come usare 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.

Parole correlate

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.

Domande frequenti su Firstly

Cosa significa Firstly?

At the start of a list or explanation.

Cosa significa Firstly in italiano?

At the start of a list or explanation.

Qual è la definizione di Firstly?

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

Come si usa Firstly in una frase?

There are two reasons for this decision: firstly…

Puoi fare un altro esempio di Firstly?

Firstly let me introduce myself.

Quali sono i sinonimi di Firstly?

Alcune alternative comuni sono first, to begin with, in the first place.

Qual è il contrario di Firstly?

Significati opposti includono lastly, finally.

Quali parole si abbinano a Firstly?

Si abbina spesso a firstly and secondly, firstly then, firstly I would like.

Quali sono gli errori comuni con 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.

Come si pronuncia Firstly?

US: /["/ˈfɜːrstli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfɜːstli/"]/. Ascolta l'audio qui sopra per sentire la pronuncia madrelingua.

Firstly è formale o informale?

"Firstly" è formale, quindi è adatto a conversazioni professionali, di lavoro o accademiche.

Quando dovrei usare Firstly?

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

Che livello CEFR ha Firstly?

"Firstly" è al livello A2 della scala CEFR.