B2adverbacademiclanguage
US/ˈfɜːrst.li/
UK/ˈfɜːst.li/
used to introduce the first point in a list of reasons or ideas
In context
Firstly, I'd like to thank everyone for coming tonight.
There are two reasons: firstly, it is cheaper, and secondly, it is faster.
Firstly, the essay should answer the question directly.
Words that go with firstly
adverb + adjective
- firstly, it is importantFirstly, it is important to read the question carefully.
adverb + verb
- firstly, I would likeFirstly, I would like to introduce our team.
- firstly, let meFirstly, let me explain the rules of the game.
- firstly, we needFirstly, we need to check the budget.
- firstly, considerFirstly, consider who your readers are.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
At first, I will talk about the causes. Secondly, ...Correct: Firstly, I will talk about the causes. Secondly, ...