zunächst

Based on: nächste, zu
Adverb
1.

in the beginning, initially, (at) first

("zunächst" refers to the initial period of something. It can be a synonym for "zuerst" but it a bit different. It sounds slightly formal and you don't hear it much in daily life. )
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Examples
  • Zunächst besprechen wir die wichtigsten Punkte.
  • Initially, we will discuss the most important points.

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How many meanings does the German word 'zunächst' have?

zunächst has 1 distinct meaning: 1. in the beginning, initially, (at) first.

What is 'zunächst' related to?

The word 'zunächst' is related to nächste and zu.

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Time in German 6 – Coordinating Actions
We'll learn how to properly arrange actions (clauses) in time using the German words for before, after and while. Also: difference between nachdem and danach and others
Vocab: bevor, vorher, danach, nachdem, während
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