{"id":28425,"date":"2023-03-14T03:08:34","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T20:08:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/englishteststore.net\/lesson\/uncategorized\/2500-must-know-cefr-b1-vocabulary-mastering-first-a-key-word-for-b1-english-proficiency\/"},"modified":"2023-03-14T03:08:34","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T20:08:34","slug":"2500-must-know-cefr-b1-vocabulary-mastering-first-a-key-word-for-b1-english-proficiency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/englishteststore.net\/lesson\/english-vocabulary-lessons\/b1-vocabulary\/2500-must-know-cefr-b1-vocabulary-mastering-first-a-key-word-for-b1-english-proficiency\/","title":{"rendered":"2500 Must Know CEFR B1 Vocabulary &#8211; Mastering &#8220;First&#8221;: A Key Word for B1 English Proficiency"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-humix-humix-block\" style=\"justify-content:center\">\n<div class='open-video-oembed' style='width:640px;max-width:100%;'>\n<script>(window.openVideoPlayers = window.openVideoPlayers || []).push({target: document.currentScript, \"videoID\":\"wdaY2F5dQau\",\"float\":true,\"isGenerated\":true})<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<script data-ezscrex='false' data-cfasync='false' async src=\"https:\/\/open.video\/video.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mastering &#8216;First&#8217;: A Key Word for B1 English Proficiency<\/h3>\n<p>Did you know that the word first is one of the most versatile words in the English language?<\/p>\n<p>It can function as an adjective, adverb, noun, and even a verb.<\/p>\n<p>Today, we&#8217;re going to explore this multifaceted word and its various uses to help you master it for your B1 English proficiency test.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Word type:<\/strong> First can function as an adjective, adverb, noun, or verb, depending on its context in a sentence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meaning:<\/strong> As an adjective or adverb, first means coming before all others in time, order, or importance.<\/p>\n<p>As a noun, it refers to the person or thing that is first in a sequence.<\/p>\n<p>When used as a verb, which is less common, it means to do something for the first time or to be the first to do something.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Word history:<\/strong> The word first comes from Old English fyrst, which is related to Old Norse fyrstr and German f\u00fcrst, meaning prince.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s believed to have originated from the Proto-Indo-European root per, meaning forward or through.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Antonyms:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Some antonyms of first include last, final, ultimate, and hindmost.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Synonyms:<\/strong> Synonyms for first include initial, primary, foremost, principal, and premier.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Examples use in sentences:<\/strong> Let&#8217;s look at how first can be used in different contexts.<\/p>\n<p>As an adjective: She was the first person to arrive at the party.<\/p>\n<p>As an adverb: When you enter the building, first turn left, then right.<\/p>\n<p>As a noun: He always strives to be the first in his class.<\/p>\n<p>And as a verb, though less common: They firsted the peak, meaning they were the first to reach the mountain&#8217;s summit.<\/p>\n<p>Common errors in use: One common mistake is confusing first with firstly when starting a list.<\/p>\n<p>While both are technically correct, first is generally preferred in formal writing.<\/p>\n<p>Another error is using first when at first is more appropriate.<\/p>\n<p>For example, At first, I didn&#8217;t understand the concept is correct, rather than First, I didn&#8217;t understand the concept.<\/p>\n<p>To wrap up, first is a highly versatile word that can function as multiple parts of speech.<\/p>\n<p>Its primary meaning relates to order or importance, but its usage can vary widely depending on context.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to pay attention to how it&#8217;s used in sentences, and practice incorporating it into your own language to demonstrate your B1 level proficiency.<\/p>\n<p>By mastering words like first, you&#8217;ll be well on your way to acing your English proficiency test.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mastering &#8216;First&#8217;: A Key Word for B1 English Proficiency Did you know that the word first is one of the most versatile words in the English language? 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