first language

first language 的音标是[ˈfɜːrst ˈlɪŋɡwɪn]，基本翻译是第一语言。速记技巧可以用拼音联想记忆，即“第一语言，顺风顺水”。

First language（第一语言）这个词的英文词源是拉丁语“prima lingua”，意思是“最初的、最原始的语言”。它的变化形式包括复数形式“first languages”和比较级形式“firstly language”以及最高级形式“firstly language”。

相关单词：

1. Second language（第二语言）：这个词是由“second”（第二）和“language”（语言）组成的，表示除了母语之外我们学习的另一种语言。

2. Multilingualism（使用多种语言）：这个词表示同时使用两种或更多种语言的情况。

3. Language shift（语言转变）：这个词表示人口迁移或社会变革导致的人们使用不同语言的情况。

在解释第一语言的重要性时，我们可以说它是个人身份和社会认同的重要标志，也是人们获取知识和技能的重要工具。同时，学习第二语言可以增加个人就业机会，促进跨文化交流，增强国际理解。语言转变则反映了社会和文化的多元性，有助于构建包容和开放的社会。

常用短语：

1. in the first place

2. at the outset

3. on the first floor

4. first and foremost

5. to start with

6. for the first time

7. in the initial stages

例句：

1. I always remember the first time I rode a bicycle.

2. At the outset of the project, we had to identify our objectives.

3. In the first place, we need to plan our strategy carefully.

4. First and foremost, we must ensure safety on the road.

5. To start with, we should take a walk to clear our mind.

6. For the first time, I felt nervous before speaking in public.

7. In the initial stages, we need to build trust and rapport with our team.

英文小作文：

My First Language Experience

My first language is English, which I have been learning since I was a child. I remember my earliest memories are of listening to my parents speaking English at home, and I eagerly joined in the conversation as soon as I could speak. I found learning English fascinating because it allowed me to communicate with people from all over the world, and it taught me about different cultures and perspectives.

Now, as an adult, I appreciate even more the importance of my first language in my life. It is my connection to my family and my roots, and it helps me to understand my culture and history. However, I also recognize that English is an essential tool for my career and for international communication, and I try to use it regularly to maintain my fluency.

I believe that first languages are crucial for personal development and cultural identity, but we should also make sure to maintain and use other languages, as they provide us with a broader perspective and enrich our lives.