das erste Mal
Translation
the first time
Examples
Das ist mein erstes Mal in Deutschland.
This is my first time in Germany.
Ich sehe diesen Film zum ersten Mal.
I'm seeing this movie for the first time.
Grammar Patterns
zum ersten Mal for the first time I am here for the first time.
Similar Words
der Anfang (beginning), die Premiere (premiere)
Etymology
Composed of 'erste' (first) and 'Mal' (time, occasion). Literally 'the first time'.
Memory Tips
Often used in the phrase 'zum ersten Mal' meaning 'for the first time'. Memorize the whole phrase.