linking adverb · neutral
thirdly
UK/ˈθɜːdli/US/ˈθɝdli/THIRD·ly
speakingtask2
used to introduce the third point in a sequence or list
Examples
“Thirdly, the education system needs more funding for teacher training.”
“Thirdly, this policy could encourage technological innovation.”
“Thirdly, we must ensure fair access for all regions.”
Band 8 sentence
“Thirdly, comprehensive support for small businesses will sustain local economies and foster innovation.”
Collocations
- Thirdly, + clause
- Thirdly and finally
Word family
third adj/numthirdly adv
Common mistakes
and third→thirdly
then→thirdly
Say it for a higher band
5then→6also→7+thirdly
Synonyms
in the third place
also
Easily confused
in the third place
“In the third place, the project must address equity issues.”
also
“Also, many students prefer online resources.”
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