Zuerst Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Zuerst" is mainly used as adverb meaning "first", "first of all" or "primarily". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "zuerst"

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Meanings of "zuerst" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Primarily, before anything else"

"Zuerst", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Zuerst müssen wir die Zutaten vorbereiten.First, we need to prepare the ingredients.
  2. Wir sollten zuerst die Anweisungen lesen.We should first read the instructions.
  3. Zuerst dachte ich, es wäre ein Fehler.At first, I thought it was a mistake.

2.) "Occurring or done first in a sequence"

"Zuerst", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der zuerst genannte Kandidat gewann die Wahl.The first-mentioned candidate won the election.
  2. Das zuerst erschienene Buch war ein großer Erfolg.The first published book was a great success.
  3. Die zuerst geöffnete Flasche muss schnell getrunken werden.The first opened bottle must be drunk quickly.
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