だいいち
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Adverb used to introduce the most important point in a list or argument. Often followed by other points with 『だいに』 (daini, 'secondly'), etc. Example: 『だいいち、時間がない』 (daiichi, jikan ga nai, 'First of all, there's no time').
Theme
During a study session at a café, User and their classmate Aiko are discussing how to prepare for an upcoming exam.
だいいち
だいいち
first of all / above all
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a race where the first-place runner is especially fast. 'First' (だいいち daiichi) and 'especially' (とりわけ toriwake) combine to mean 'first of all' or 'above all' — think of it as the #1 priority!
Cultural Note
In Japanese, 『だいいち』 (daiichi) is often used in formal or persuasive contexts, such as speeches or essays, to list points in order of importance. It helps structure arguments clearly, similar to 'firstly' in English.
Forms
Base: だいいちAdverb used to introduce the most important point in a list or argument. Often followed by other points with 『だいに』 (daini, 'secondly'), etc. Example: 『だいいち、時間がない』 (daiichi, jikan ga nai, 'First of all, there's no time').