How to Pronounce "first and foremost"
expression
ˈfɝst/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈfɔɹˌmoʊst
FURST and FOR-mohst
fˈɜːst/ /ˈænd/ /fˈɔːməʊst
FURST and FAW-mohst
Definition
Used to emphasize the most important point or main priority in a list or discussion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɝst/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈfɔɹˌmoʊst
British English
fˈɜːst/ /ˈænd/ /fˈɔːməʊst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FURST and FOR-mohst
UK
FURST and FAW-mohst
Listen in Context
First and foremost, we must stay safe during the storm.
First and foremost, listen to your teacher's instructions.
First and foremost, eat breakfast every day for good health.
There are many reasons to love this city, but first and foremost, it's the people.