allererst
first
Dies ist eine alte oder seltene Form, die bedeutet, dass etwas an erster Stelle oder ganz am Anfang steht.
Definition & meaning
The German word allererst is an adverb or adjective used to emphasize that something is the very first, the absolute beginning, or the primary priority.
It has two main applications:
- Temporal/Sequential: Referring to the very beginning of a series or a timeline. It implies that nothing preceded this point.
- Prioritization: Referring to something that must be done before anything else occurs. It is often used to express a prerequisite or a fundamental step.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar:
- allererst is a superlative form used to provide emphasis.
- It is often used as an adverb (e.g., "Das habe ich allererst erfahren" – I learned that first of all) or as an adjective (e.g., "Mein allererster Arbeitstag" – my very first day of work). When used as an adjective, it follows standard inflection rules (e.g., allererste, allerersten).
Word origin: The word is a compound formed by the word all (all) and erst (first). By prefixing "all-", the speaker emphasizes that the "firstness" is absolute, meaning "first of all" or "the very first."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- zuerst (first)
- anfangs (initially/at the beginning)
- zunächst (first of all/for now)
- ursprünglich (originally)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Du solltest zuallererst deine Hausaufgaben machen.adverb
You should do your homework first of all.
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