| 释义 |
firstly
firstly /ˈfɜːst.li/ aep /ˈfɝːst-/ adverb (ALSO first)
► B2 used to refer to the first thing in a list: » There are two very good reasons why we can't do it. Firstly, we don't have enough money, and secondly, we don't have enough time.Thesaurus+: ↑First and firstly• • • Extra Examples:» I want two things from my boss - firstly, a pay rise, and secondly, a longer contract.» There are three factors to take into account: firstly cost, secondly time, and thirdly staff. |