zunächst
Translation
first of all, initially, for now
Examples
Zunächst möchte ich mich kurz vorstellen.
First of all, I would like to briefly introduce myself.
Wir bleiben zunächst in diesem Hotel.
We are staying in this hotel for now.
Grammar Patterns
first of all, to begin with Zunächst möchte ich mich vorstellen.
for now, for the time being Wir bleiben zunächst hier.
Similar Words
Synonyms: first of all, initially; Antonyms: finally
Etymology
From 'zu' (to) + 'nächst' (next/nearest). Literally 'to the next'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'next' as the immediate thing to do: 'First of all'.