まずは
Meanings
first of all; to begin with; before anything else
Emphatic version of まず, used to stress that something should be done before anything else. Often used in instructions, advice, or when setting priorities.
See also: まず
First of all, let me introduce myself.
Before starting to cook, let's wash our hands first.
probably; most likely; almost certainly
Expresses a high degree of likelihood or near certainty. Often used when the speaker is confident about an outcome or assumption.
At this rate, it'll probably be fine.
I think he'll almost certainly pass.
more or less satisfactory; on the whole; reasonably
Indicates that something is acceptable or adequate, though not perfect. Used to give a moderate positive assessment.
The results were so-so, but on the whole I'm satisfied.
This hotel is reasonably comfortable.
Used to set a temporary plan or to move on from a topic, similar to 'for the time being' or 'in any case'. Often appears when the speaker wants to settle on a provisional course of action.
Let's see how it goes for now.
We'll talk about the details later; anyway, let's get started.
Usage patterns
- まずは〈動詞〉てからto do 〜 first, before anything else
Let's wash our hands first before eating.
- まずは以上ですthat's all for now (used to close a message or report)
That's all for now; thank you in advance for your help.
- まずは〈事〉だろうit will probably be 〜
With this plan, it will probably succeed.
- まずは〈事〉といえるit can be said to be reasonably 〜, on the whole
This time's result can be said to be, on the whole, satisfactory.