How to Pronounce "first of all"
expression
FURST-uhv-AWL
FURST-ov-AWL
Definition
Used to introduce the first and most important point or step before mentioning others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɝst/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɔɫ
British English
fˈɜːst/ /ˈɒv/ /ˈɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FURST-uhv-AWL
UK
FURST-ov-AWL
Listen in Context
First of all, wash your hands before eating.
First of all, I want to thank everyone for coming.
First of all, turn off the computer before unplugging it.
First of all, let's calm down and talk about this.