first
//fɜːrst//
Adjective
Coming before all others in time, order, or importance; earliest or primary.
This is my first time visiting Japan.
Ranking above all others in a series or sequence; number one in position.
She finished in first place in the race.
Adverb
Before anything or anyone else in time, order, or sequence.
I need to finish my homework first.
For the first time; initially.
When did you first meet him?
Before doing anything else; as the first priority.
First, wash your hands before eating.
Noun
The person or thing that comes before all others in a sequence or competition.
She was the first to arrive at the party.
The first occurrence or instance of something.
This is a first for our company.
The lowest forward gear in a vehicle's transmission.
Put the car in first to start moving.