En premier lieu
Example: En premier lieu, il faut analyser les causes du problème.
Definition
"En premier lieu" is a French expression used to indicate the first point or priority in a sequence, often translated as 'firstly' or 'in the first place.' It introduces the initial argument or step in a discussion or explanation.
Etymology
The expression "En premier lieu" comes from French, where 'en' means 'in,' 'premier' means 'first,' and 'lieu' means 'place.' Together, they literally mean 'in the first place.' This phrase has been used in French since at least the Middle Ages to organize thoughts and arguments clearly.
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