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premièrement

firstly, in the first place

adverb pruh-myair-MAHN Rare
Grammar & Structure Adverbs

Usage Note

premièrement is used to enumerate points in a formal or written argument, equivalent to 'first of all'. It is typically followed by deuxièmement, troisièmement, etc. In casual speech, d'abord is more natural for 'first'.

Examples

"Premièrement, il faut lire les instructions."

Natural Translation

Firstly, you must read the instructions.

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