First of all

adverb

To begin with; before anything else.

First of all, we need to make sure everyone is safe.
Visual representation of "first of all" - To begin with; before anything else.

Often appears as...

  • first of all
  • let's...
adverb

Most importantly.

First of all, education should be free for everyone.
Visual representation of "first of all" - Most importantly.

Often appears as...

  • first of all
  • it's essential...
adverb

To begin with; before anything else.

First of all, we need to make sure everyone is safe.
Visual representation of "first of all" - To begin with; before anything else.

Often appears as...

  • first of all
  • let's...
adverb

Most importantly.

First of all, education should be free for everyone.
Visual representation of "first of all" - Most importantly.

Often appears as...

  • first of all
  • it's essential...
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "first of all"
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Sequence Starter

Use it to introduce the first point in a list or series of thoughts.

Illustration for Sequence Starter
First of all, let's discuss the company's new policy.
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Clarification Cue

Signals that you are about to provide vital information or corrections.

Illustration for Clarification Cue
First of all, the meeting is at 3 PM, not 4 PM.
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Attention Grabber

Draws listener's focus to the significance of what comes next.

Illustration for Attention Grabber
First of all, we must address the budget cuts.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Sequence Starter

Use it to introduce the first point in a list or series of thoughts.

Illustration for Sequence Starter
First of all, let's discuss the company's new policy.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Clarification Cue

Signals that you are about to provide vital information or corrections.

Illustration for Clarification Cue
First of all, the meeting is at 3 PM, not 4 PM.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Attention Grabber

Draws listener's focus to the significance of what comes next.

Illustration for Attention Grabber
First of all, we must address the budget cuts.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Sequence Starter

Use it to introduce the first point in a list or series of thoughts.

Illustration for Sequence Starter
First of all, let's discuss the company's new policy.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Clarification Cue

Signals that you are about to provide vital information or corrections.

Illustration for Clarification Cue
First of all, the meeting is at 3 PM, not 4 PM.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Attention Grabber

Draws listener's focus to the significance of what comes next.

Illustration for Attention Grabber
First of all, we must address the budget cuts.
Visual representation of the word "First of all"

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