率先 (shuài xiān) — to take the lead; to be the first to do something
Definition
率先 is a formal adverb meaning 'be the first to' or 'take the lead in' an action — emphasizes who did something first, not just showing initiative. Unlike 带头 or 牵头 (verbs describing the role of leading), 率先 modifies the verb directly.
adverb
to take the leadto be the first to do something
Examples
- 率先。Tā shuài xiān jǔ shǒu huí dá le wèn tí.He was the first to raise his hand and answer the question.
- 率先。Zhè jiā gōng sī shuài xiān tuī chū le xīn chǎn pǐn.This company took the lead in launching a new product.
- 率先。Tā shuài xiān wán chéng le suǒ yǒu rèn wu.She was the first to complete all the tasks.
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