first
/fɜːst/ · /fɝːst/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #695 in the learning path
第一
Definitions
num. coming before all others in order or time
第一
adv. before anything or anyone else
首先；最初；优先
Example
This is my first visit to the seaside.
这是我第一次到海边来。
Governments should first improve public transport before encouraging residents to give up private cars.
政府应先改善公共交通，再鼓励居民放弃私家车。
Collocations
- first place
- at first
- first of all
- first aid
Antonyms
- last
Usage tip
at first指起初；first可用于列举第一点。
FAQ
- What does first mean?
- coming before all others in order or time before anything or anyone else
- How is first pronounced?
- UK /fɜːst/, US /fɝːst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
