first off

Thân thiện

First off, we need to gather all the necessary supplies.

Definition

Adverb: Before anything else; used to introduce the first point in a list or sequence.

Usage

"First off" is used to signal the beginning of an explanation, a list of points, or a sequence of actions. It is common in both spoken and informal written English to structure information.

Examples

• First off, I'd like to thank everyone for coming today.
• We need to address several issues. First off, the budget is completely wrong.
• First off, let me say that I agree with the main point.

Advanced Usage

• Introducing a series: It is often followed by "secondly," "then," or "next."
  • First off, we'll review the data. Secondly, we'll discuss our strategy.
• Expressing initial reaction or priority: Can be used to state the most important immediate point.
  • First off, that's not true. And secondly, even if it were, it doesn't matter.

Variants and Related Words

• First of all: A more formal synonym with identical meaning and usage.
• Firstly: A more formal, standard adverb used to enumerate points.

Synonyms

• First
• First of all
• Firstly
• To begin with

Related Phrases

• First and foremost: Used to emphasize the most important point (stronger than "first off").
  • First and foremost, we must ensure everyone's safety.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. before anything else
   • first we must consider the garter snake

Từ đồng nghĩa

• first
• firstly
• foremost
• first of all