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首先

shǒu xiānHSK 4

首先 (shǒu xiān) is an HSK 4 Chinese word with 2 definitions and 4 bilingual examples.

PARTS OF SPEECH2
DEFINITIONS2
EXAMPLES4
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Definitions & Usage

Meanings and examples

1

adverb 副

  1. Englishfirst; firstly

    • EX
      到了公司以后，我首先打开电脑检查邮件。

      After arriving at the office, I first turn on my computer and check my email.

    • EX
      我们组首先完成了任务，可以休息一会儿。

      Our group was the first to finish the task, so we can take a short break.

2

pronoun 代

  1. Englishfirst of all

    • EX
      要当一名好演员，首先是做人，其次才是表演。

      To be a good actor, first of all, be a person, and then act.

    • EX
      找工作要考虑很多方面，首先是自己喜不喜欢。

      There are many things to consider when looking for a job. First is whether you like the job.