How to Pronounce "for openers"
expression
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈoʊpənɝz
fer OH-puh-nerz
fˈɔː/ /ˈəʊpənəz
fawr OH-puh-nuz
Definition
A phrase used to introduce the first point, idea, or fact in a series, especially when starting an explanation or discussion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈoʊpənɝz
British English
fˈɔː/ /ˈəʊpənəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fer OH-puh-nerz
UK
fawr OH-puh-nuz
Listen in Context
For openers, let’s introduce ourselves.
For openers, we need to find a good hotel.
For openers, she forgot my birthday.
For openers, this project is way over budget—and that’s just the beginning.