secondly
Pronunciation: [ˈsɛk.ənd.li]
Word
Context: “logical sequence”
(adverb) used to show that something is the second point in a list or order. When you are explaining ideas, you use 'secondly' to talk about the second thing you want to say.
Example
Firstly, we need to gather all the materials. Secondly, we can start the project.
Example
I didn’t have any points to make, so I didn’t say 'secondly' at all.
Example
What is the second point you want to discuss, or can you tell me secondly?
Context: “importance”
(adverb) used to indicate the second most important thing in a series. It helps to show that this point is not as important as the first, but still matters.
Example
Firstly, you should finish your homework. Secondly, you can play video games.
Example
He didn’t mention anything so I didn’t understand what was second or even third.
Example
What did she say secondly about her plans for the weekend?
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