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まず

まずまずは + N/Verb (polite)まず〜してから

Meanings

To start with
Firstly
First of all

About this pattern

Explanation

まず is a sentence-initial adverb used to indicate the starting point for a sequence of actions or for introducing the first item in a list. It often signals what comes next or how you will proceed. It can stand alone to mark the beginning, or be followed by は to emphasize the starting point before specifying the next steps.

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Example sentences

まず、資料を確認しましょう。

First, let's check the materials.

まずは自己紹介から始めます。

First of all, I’ll start with a self-introduction.

彼は忙しいので、まずはメールに返信します。

Since he's busy, I'll (first) reply to the email.

まず、問題を解いてから説明します。

First, solve the problem before explaining.

まずは私に任せてください。

For now, please leave it to me.

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