How to say “first” in Korean
The most common Korean word for “first” is 먼저 (meonjeo). There are 3 more words with a similar meaning — compare them below. 「first」는 한국어로 먼저.
first; beforehand
TOPIK 1 · noun
급한 일이 있어서 제가 먼저 갈게요.I have an urgent matter, so I will go first.
first
TOPIK 2 · determiner
친구와의 첫 만남을 기억해요.I remember the first meeting with my friend.
first; above all
TOPIK 2 · noun
우선 손부터 씻으세요.First wash your hands.
first; the first
TOPIK 2 · number
첫째는 건강입니다.The first thing is health.
Words and levels: TOPIK I essentials (National Institute of Korean Language standard curriculum, KOGL Type 1) · examples: Cheesepotato
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