まず (To start with)

To start with, Firstly

JLPT N4

Pattern

まず + action

How it works

まず means “first of all”, putting one step before the others. It often pairs with つぎに (next) and それから (then).

Examples

まず手をあらってください。First, please wash your hands.
まず名前を書いて、つぎに住所を書きます。First write your name, then your address.

Further reading

Bunpro N4 · Lesson 2

Put your practice together

Work through a complete paper at your own pace or choose a timed mock exam. No account is needed to begin.

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