أولاً
أولاً 30秒で
- أولاً is an adverb meaning 'firstly' or 'first'.
- It is used to sequence actions and prioritize points.
- It is common in both formal and informal Arabic.
- It is usually followed by 'secondly' or 'then'.
The word أولاً (Awwalan) is a fundamental adverb in the Arabic language, serving as the primary tool for sequencing and prioritization. Derived from the root (أ-و-ل), which relates to being first or returning to a beginning, it functions as the numerical adverb for 'one' or 'first'. In a linguistic sense, it sets the stage for any chronological or logical progression. When you use this word, you are signaling to your listener or reader that you are establishing a foundation upon which subsequent points will be built. It is more than just a number; it is a rhetorical marker of order and importance.
- Grammatical Category
- Adverb of order (ظرف ترتيب), specifically an accusative noun (منصوب) functioning as a 'haal' or 'tamyeez' depending on context.
يجب أن ندرس أولاً ثم نلعب. (We must study firstly, then play.)
In everyday communication, it acts as the 'First of all' that clears the path for complex instructions. Whether you are following a recipe, explaining a scientific process, or simply recounting your day, this word is the anchor. It carries a sense of necessity—suggesting that the action it modifies is the prerequisite for everything that follows. In formal Arabic (Fusha), it is almost always written with the 'Tanween Fatha' at the end, which gives it its adverbial '-ly' quality in English.
أولاً، أود أن أشكركم. (Firstly, I would like to thank you.)
- Morphology
- It is the indefinite accusative form of 'Awwal'. The 'an' sound at the end is the marker of its adverbial function.
اقرأ السؤال أولاً. (Read the question first.)
سأذهب إلى البنك أولاً. (I will go to the bank first.)
- Semantic Range
- Ranges from simple chronological ordering to logical prioritization in philosophical debate.
علينا أولاً فهم المشكلة. (We must first understand the problem.)
Using أولاً correctly involves understanding its placement and its relationship with subsequent transition words. It is most commonly placed at the beginning of a sentence to introduce the first point in a series, or at the end of a verb phrase to indicate the primary action. When you start a list with this word, the listener expects a 'ثانياً' (secondly) or a 'ثم' (then) to follow. This creates a cohesive narrative structure that is highly valued in Arabic rhetoric.
- Sentence Placement
- Can appear at the start (Introductory), after the subject (Emphasis), or at the end (Instructional).
أولاً، اغسل يديك. (Firstly, wash your hands.)
In formal writing, such as essays or reports, it is used to categorize arguments. For example, 'أولاً: الجانب الاقتصادي' (Firstly: the economic side). Note the use of the colon in modern formatting. It can also be used to express a condition that must be met before anything else happens. It is the linguistic equivalent of 'Step 1'. It is important to remember that while 'Awwal' is an adjective (The first book), 'Awwalan' is an adverb (Firstly, read the book).
سأشرب القهوة أولاً. (I will drink coffee first.)
- Common Pairings
- أولاً... وثانياً (Firstly... and secondly), أولاً وقبل كل شيء (First and foremost).
أولاً وقبل كل شيء، شكراً لحضوركم. (First and foremost, thank you for coming.)
نحن نحتاج أولاً إلى المال. (We need money first.)
- Logical Flow
- Using this word creates a mental map for the listener, making your speech more persuasive and organized.
فكر أولاً قبل أن تتكلم. (Think first before you speak.)
You will encounter أولاً in almost every facet of Arabic life, from the most formal settings to casual daily routines. In the media, news anchors use it to list the headlines of the day. In the classroom, teachers use it to outline the lesson plan or give multi-step instructions for an assignment. In religious contexts, it is often used to prioritize spiritual duties or moral actions. It is a word that bridges the gap between the structure of a book and the flow of a conversation.
- News & Media
- 'أولاً، سنناقش الوضع السياسي...' (Firstly, we will discuss the political situation...).
استمع أولاً إلى الأخبار. (Listen first to the news.)
In professional meetings, it is the standard way to open the floor or present the first item on an agenda. If you are watching a cooking show in Arabic, the chef will invariably start with 'أولاً، نضع الزيت' (Firstly, we put the oil). Even in heated debates, speakers use it to assert their primary point before their opponent can interrupt. It provides a sense of authority and clarity to the speaker's message. In literature, it marks the beginning of a sequence of events or the primary cause of a character's actions.
يجب أن نصل أولاً. (We must arrive first.)
- Educational Context
- Teachers use it to manage classroom flow: 'أولاً، افتحوا الكتب' (Firstly, open the books).
سأقوم بالواجب أولاً. (I will do the homework first.)
من جاء أولاً؟ (Who came first?)
- Legal & Official
- Used in contracts to define the primary obligations of the parties involved.
اتصل بي أولاً. (Call me first.)
One of the most frequent errors learners make is confusing the adverb أولاً with the adjective أول (Awwal). While they share the same root, their grammatical functions are distinct. You cannot say 'الكتاب أولاً' to mean 'The first book'; instead, you must say 'الكتاب الأول'. 'أولاً' is used for actions or listing points. Another common mistake is forgetting the 'Tanween' in writing, which changes the word from an adverb to a simple noun or adjective, often making the sentence grammatically incomplete in a formal context.
- Adjective vs. Adverb
- Mistake: 'هذا أولاً درس' (This is firstly lesson). Correct: 'هذا أول درس' (This is the first lesson).
لا تقل 'الولد أولاً' بل قل 'الولد الأول'. (Don't say 'the boy firstly', say 'the first boy'.)
Learners also sometimes struggle with the sequence. If you start with 'أولاً', you should generally follow up with 'ثانياً' (secondly) rather than 'ثم' (then) if you are making a formal list. Using 'أولاً' and then jumping straight to 'أخيراً' (finally) without any middle steps can also feel abrupt or illogical in a structured essay. Additionally, in some dialects, people say 'الأول' (Al-awwal) when they mean 'firstly', which can confuse students who are strictly learning Modern Standard Arabic (MSA).
نحن نبدأ أولاً بالسلام. (We start firstly with peace/greeting.)
- Spelling Error
- Writing it as 'أولن' (with a Noon) instead of 'أولاً' (with Alif Tanween) is a common spelling mistake for beginners.
اكتب أولاً بشكل صحيح. (Write 'firstly' correctly first.)
سأنام أولاً. (I will sleep first.)
- Misplacement
- Placing it between a 'Mudaf' and 'Mudaf Ilayhi' is grammatically impossible.
ادخل أولاً ثم اجلس. (Enter first then sit.)
While أولاً is the most common way to say 'firstly', several other words and phrases share similar meanings but carry different nuances. Understanding these can help you sound more natural and precise. For instance, 'في البداية' (In the beginning) is more narrative, while 'قبل كل شيء' (Before everything) is more emphatic. 'ابتداءً' (Starting from) is often used in technical or legal contexts to indicate a starting point in time or space.
- أولاً vs. في البداية
- 'أولاً' is for lists/steps; 'في البداية' is for the start of a story or period of time.
كان الأمر صعباً في البداية. (It was difficult in the beginning.)
Another related term is 'مبدئياً' (Provisionally/Initially), which implies that something is the first step but might change later. 'سابقاً' (Previously) is the opposite in terms of time but is often used when comparing the first state to the current one. 'بدءاً من' (Starting from) is used for dates. When you want to emphasize that something is the absolute priority, you might use 'بالدرجة الأولى' (In the first degree/Primarily). This adds a layer of importance that 'أولاً' alone might lack.
هذا القرار مبدئياً. (This decision is initial/provisional.)
- أولاً vs. قبل
- 'أولاً' is an adverb; 'قبل' (Before) is a preposition requiring a noun or verb after it.
يجب أن نأكل قبل الخروج. (We must eat before going out.)
أنا أهتم بصحتك بالدرجة الأولى. (I care about your health primarily.)
- Synonym Summary
- 1. في البداية (Initially) 2. مبدئياً (Provisionally) 3. بدءاً (Starting) 4. مقدمةً (As a preface).
سنتحدث أولاً عن القواعد. (We will talk firstly about the rules.)
How Formal Is It?
難易度
知っておくべき文法
Tanween Fatha rules
Adverbs of time and place
Ordinal numbers
Sentence connectors
Accusative case nouns
レベル別の例文
أولاً، أشرب الماء.
Firstly, I drink water.
Introductory adverb.
اغسل يديك أولاً.
Wash your hands first.
Adverb at the end for instruction.
أولاً، أذهب إلى المدرسة.
Firstly, I go to school.
Used to start a daily routine.
اقرأ الكتاب أولاً.
Read the book first.
Imperative verb + adverb.
أولاً، نأكل الفطور.
Firstly, we eat breakfast.
Plural verb usage.
أنا أنام أولاً.
I sleep first.
Subject + Verb + Adverb.
أولاً، افتح الباب.
Firstly, open the door.
Simple command.
اسمع المعلم أولاً.
Listen to the teacher first.
Focus on priority.
أولاً نطبخ الأرز ثم نأكل.
Firstly we cook the rice then we eat.
Sequencing with 'thumma'.
يجب أن تدرس أولاً لتنجح.
You must study first to succeed.
Modal verb 'must' + adverb.
أولاً، سأذهب إلى السوق.
Firstly, I will go to the market.
Future tense with 'sa-'.
نحن نحتاج أولاً إلى تذاكر.
We need tickets first.
Verb 'need' + adverb.
أولاً، نظف غرفتك من فضلك.
Firstly, clean your room please.
Polite request.
سأنهي عملي أولاً.
I will finish my work first.
Future intent.
أولاً، انظر يميناً ويساراً.
Firstly, look right and left.
Safety instruction.
اشترِ الخبز أولاً.
Buy the bread first.
Imperative 'buy'.
أولاً، أود أن أرحب بكم جميعاً.
Firstly, I would like to welcome you all.
Formal introduction.
علينا أولاً تحديد المشكلة الأساسية.
We must first identify the basic problem.
Infinitive 'tahdid' (identifying).
أولاً، سأتحدث عن مزايا هذا المشروع.
Firstly, I will talk about the advantages of this project.
Formal discourse.
يجب أن نحصل على الموافقة أولاً.
We must get approval first.
Passive-leaning context.
أولاً، تأكد من إغلاق النوافذ.
Firstly, make sure to close the windows.
Imperative 'ta'akkad'.
سأقوم بزيارة الطبيب أولاً.
I will visit the doctor first.
Personal health priority.
أولاً، دعونا نراجع ما تعلمناه.
Firstly, let us review what we learned.
Hortative 'da'una' (let us).
سأدفع الفاتورة أولاً.
I will pay the bill first.
Financial transaction.
أولاً وقبل كل شيء، التعليم هو حق للجميع.
First and foremost, education is a right for all.
Idiomatic emphatic phrase.
علينا أن نفكر أولاً في العواقب.
We must think first about the consequences.
Abstract noun 'awāqib'.
أولاً، سنقوم بتحليل البيانات المتاحة.
Firstly, we will analyze the available data.
Technical/Scientific context.
يجب أن نحدد الأولويات أولاً.
We must set priorities first.
Cognate usage (Awwal/Awlawiyyat).
أولاً، لا بد من الإشارة إلى تاريخ الأزمة.
Firstly, it is necessary to point out the history of the crisis.
Formal 'la budda min'.
سأقوم بإعداد التقرير أولاً ثم سأرسله.
I will prepare the report first then I will send it.
Complex future sequence.
أولاً، يجب احترام القوانين الدولية.
Firstly, international laws must be respected.
Legal obligation.
سأبحث عن سكن أولاً قبل الانتقال.
I will look for housing first before moving.
Conditional planning.
أولاً، ينبغي لنا تفكيك هذه المفاهيم المعقدة.
Firstly, we ought to deconstruct these complex concepts.
Academic 'yanbaghi' (ought to).
تكمن المشكلة أولاً في غياب الشفافية.
The problem lies primarily in the absence of transparency.
Verb 'takmun' (lies/resides).
أولاً، أود أن ألفت انتباهكم إلى هذه النقطة.
Firstly, I would like to draw your attention to this point.
Rhetorical 'alfit intibahakum'.
يجب معالجة الأسباب الجذرية أولاً.
The root causes must be addressed first.
Metaphorical usage.
أولاً، لا يمكننا إغفال الجانب الإنساني.
Firstly, we cannot overlook the human side.
Negative 'la yumkinuna' (we cannot).
سنتناول أولاً الفرضيات التي بني عليها البحث.
We will first address the hypotheses upon which the research was built.
Research terminology.
أولاً، يجب أن ندرك حجم المسؤولية.
Firstly, we must realize the scale of the responsibility.
Ethical discourse.
علينا أولاً أن نضع إطاراً للعمل.
We must first establish a framework for work.
Organizational strategy.
أولاً، إن الوجود يسبق الماهية في هذا السياق.
Firstly, existence precedes essence in this context.
Existentialist terminology.
تتجلى العلة الأولى أولاً في هذا المبدأ.
The first cause manifests primarily in this principle.
Metaphysical 'al-illa al-ula'.
أولاً، يجب نقد المنهجية المتبعة تاريخياً.
Firstly, the historically followed methodology must be critiqued.
Critical theory.
يرتكز هذا النظام أولاً على التوازن الهيكلي.
This system is based primarily on structural balance.
Systemic analysis.
أولاً، لا بد من استحضار السياق السوسيو-ثقافي.
Firstly, it is necessary to invoke the socio-cultural context.
Sociological jargon.
سنتطرق أولاً إلى الإشكاليات الإبستمولوجية.
We will first touch upon epistemological problems.
Epistemology.
أولاً، إن الخطاب السياسي يتطلب دقة متناهية.
Firstly, political discourse requires extreme precision.
Political science.
يجب أن نسائل أولاً المسلمات التي نؤمن بها.
We must first question the axioms we believe in.
Philosophical inquiry.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
よく混同される語
慣用句と表現
間違えやすい
Adjective modifying a noun vs adverb modifying a verb.
Means 'anciently' or 'in the past' vs 'firstly' in a sequence.
Means 'previously' vs 'firstly' in a list.
文型パターン
使い方
In Egyptian, 'Awwal' is more common than 'Awwalan'.
'Awwalan' is strictly formal/MSA.
- Using 'Awwalan' as an adjective (e.g., 'The firstly book').
- Spelling it with a 'Noon' instead of Tanween.
- Forgetting to follow up with a second point in formal writing.
- Confusing it with 'Qabla' (Before).
- Using it for 'First time' instead of 'Awwal marra'.
ヒント
Tanween placement
The Tanween goes on the Alif at the end of the word.
Formal Lists
Use a colon after 'أولاً' when writing a list of points.
Emphasis
Stress the 'Waw' to sound more like a native speaker.
Root Learning
Learn the root أ-و-ل to unlock words like 'Priority'.
News
Listen for this word at the start of news broadcasts.
Transitions
Use it to make your essays more organized and professional.
Scanning
Scan for 'أولاً' to find the main point of a paragraph.
Clues
It signals that a sequence of events is about to begin.
Respect
Using order in speech is seen as a sign of a disciplined mind.
Daily Routine
Practice by describing your morning routine using 'أولاً'.
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of 'Awwalan' as 'A-One-Lan'. It's the number 'One' turned into an adverb.
語源
From the Semitic root meaning 'to return' or 'to be at the head'.
文化的な背景
A key part of 'Khutbah' (sermons) to organize religious points.
Used to sequence the serving of coffee and dates.
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
会話のきっかけ
"أولاً، كيف حالك اليوم؟"
"أولاً، ما رأيك في هذا؟"
"أولاً، هل أنت مستعد؟"
"أولاً، أين تريد أن تذهب؟"
"أولاً، هل يمكنني مساعدتك؟"
日記のテーマ
ماذا تفعل أولاً عندما تستيقظ؟
اكتب ثلاث نقاط عن بلدك تبدأ بـ 'أولاً'.
ما هي أولويتك الأولى في الحياة؟
よくある質問
10 問Yes, you can say 'Eat first' as 'Kūl awwalan'. It is very common.
Yes, 'Awwal' is 'first' (adjective) and 'Awwalan' is 'firstly' (adverb).
In formal writing, yes. In casual speech, it's not strictly required.
It is written as Alif-Waw-Waw-Lam-Alif with Tanween (أولاً).
The root is used frequently, though the specific adverbial form 'Awwalan' is more common in later prose.
No, for 'the first time' you use 'Liawwal marra'.
It is always 'Awwalan' (accusative) when used as an adverb of order.
Usually 'Thāniyan' (secondly) or 'Thumma' (then).
Yes, but 'Fi al-bidaya' is often more natural for stories.
It is understood by all, but dialects have their own variations like 'Bil-awwal'.
自分をテスト 180 問
Write a sentence using 'أولاً' to say you wake up first.
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Write 'Firstly, I drink tea.' in Arabic.
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Write 'Wash your hands first' in Arabic.
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Use 'أولاً' in a sentence about studying.
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Write 'First and foremost, thank you.'
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Translate: 'Firstly, we will discuss the project.'
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Write a sentence with 'أولاً' and 'ثم'.
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Translate: 'I will go to the market first.'
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Use 'أولاً' to start a list of three things.
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Translate: 'Firstly, open the door.'
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Write 'Think first before you speak.'
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Translate: 'Firstly, I would like to welcome you.'
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Write 'We need money first.'
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Translate: 'Firstly, read the question.'
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Use 'أولاً' in a sentence about travel.
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Translate: 'Firstly, the problem is big.'
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Write 'I will finish my work first.'
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Translate: 'Firstly, listen to me.'
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Translate: 'Firstly, we must arrive.'
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Say 'Firstly, I go to school' in Arabic.
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Say 'First of all, thank you' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, I drink water' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, listen to me' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, the weather is good' in Arabic.
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Say 'I will buy bread first' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, look at me' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, we need tickets' in Arabic.
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Say 'Firstly, read the lesson' in Arabic.
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Listen and identify: 'أولاً، سنذهب إلى السوق.' Where are they going?
Listen and identify: 'اغسل يديك أولاً.' What is the action?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، أشرب القهوة.' What is the drink?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، افتح الباب.' What is the action?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، سأنام.' What is the person going to do?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، شكراً لك.' What is the sentiment?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، اقرأ السؤال.' What is the instruction?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، انظر إلى الصورة.' Where should you look?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، نأكل الفطور.' What is the meal?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، اذهب إلى المدرسة.' Where to go?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، اكتب اسمك.' What to write?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، اسمع المعلم.' Who to listen to?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، الجو بارد.' What is the weather?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، نحتاج إلى الماء.' What is needed?
Listen and identify: 'أولاً، سأشتري سيارة.' What will be bought?
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Summary
The word 'أولاً' is the essential building block for organized speech in Arabic, allowing you to clearly state your primary point or first step in a process. Example: 'أولاً، اقرأ السؤال' (Firstly, read the question).
- أولاً is an adverb meaning 'firstly' or 'first'.
- It is used to sequence actions and prioritize points.
- It is common in both formal and informal Arabic.
- It is usually followed by 'secondly' or 'then'.
Tanween placement
The Tanween goes on the Alif at the end of the word.
Formal Lists
Use a colon after 'أولاً' when writing a list of points.
Emphasis
Stress the 'Waw' to sound more like a native speaker.
Root Learning
Learn the root أ-و-ل to unlock words like 'Priority'.
例文
أولاً، أريد أن أشكركم جميعاً.
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A1それは普通の日のことです。
عاقبة
B1行動の結果や影響、しばしば不快なもの。自分の選択の結果を受け入れなければならない。
أعلى
A1より高い、または最高位の。
عال
B1これは、音の高さやレベルが高いことを表す言葉だよ。例えば、高い音や高い価格など。
عالٍ
A2物理的な高さ(高い)または音量(大きい)を意味します。
عَالَمِيّ
B1世界全体に関する;世界的な、またはグローバルな。