erstens

erstens

"Erstens" means "firstly" or "first of all" in English.

In this sentence, 'erstens' is used as a discourse marker to introduce the first point or argument in a sequence.

Erstens sollten wir die Vorteile dieser Methode betrachten.

Firstly, we should consider the advantages of this method.

Here, 'erstens' emphasizes the primary importance of the following action or principle.

Es ist erstens wichtig, Klarheit zu schaffen.

It is important firstly to create clarity.

In this usage, 'erstens' is part of a sequential structure indicating the chronological or logical order of steps or points.

Erstens kümmert man sich um die Grundlagen, und zweitens geht man ins Detail.

Firstly, one takes care of the fundamentals, and secondly, one goes into the details.