新东方-柯林斯雅思备考词典

firstly

英  [ˈfɜːstli]
    

[ADV]

    ADV. 副词
  • 1第一,首先(演讲、文章中用于列举条目) , 首先

    You use firstly in speech or writing when you want to give a reason, make a point, or mention an item that will be followed by others connected with it.

    双语例句

    例:

    The programme is now seven years behind schedule as a result, firstly of increased costs, then of technical problems.

    该计划比预定的时间晚了七年,首先是因为费用增加,其次是由于技术问题。