zunächst
initially
at first
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What's the difference between zunächst / anfangs / zuerst / am Anfang / anfänglich / vorerst
Emphasizes the initial phase of something, often with an implication that things change later.
The most common word for sequence: first, before anything else.
Literally means “at the beginning”; it sounds more concrete and less abstract than initially.
A somewhat more formal and literary word; often describes an initial state or reaction.
Means “for the time being,” emphasizing that the situation is temporary and may change later.
Colloquial “first of all” or “for now”; often sounds softer and more practical.
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zunächst means initially. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce zunächst
/ˈtsuːnɛst/
zunächst translation
initially
zunächst examples
Zunächst war ich nervös.
zunächst transcription
/ˈtsuːnɛst/
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zunächst meaning: what does it mean?
am Anfang; zuerst
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zunächst is pronounced as /ˈtsuːnɛst/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
zunächst definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Zunächst war ich nervös. Translation: Сначала я нервничал.
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