thirdly
gb/θˈɚdli/ us/θˈɚdli/
B2
English
Senses
0 senses
adverb
formal
B2
relation
1
introducing a third point
We use it to say the third thing in a list.
Usage pattern:
Thirdly, [clause].
Common mistake:
Avoid using 'thirdly' if you are not clearly listing points (often after 'firstly' and 'secondly'). In less formal speech, 'third' is more common.
Synonyms
in the third place (More explicit and slightly more formal phrasing.)
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third (More common in speech and less formal than 'thirdly'.)
Antonyms
firstly (Introduces the first point in a sequence.)
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secondly (Introduces the second point in a sequence.)
Collocations
thirdly,
|and thirdly,
|thirdly, we
|thirdly, I
|thirdly, you
|thirdly, it is important to
|thirdly, consider
|thirdly, we need to
|thirdly, the report shows
|thirdly, let me
Themes
discourse
|writing
|speaking
|education
Examples
- Thirdly, we need to agree on a realistic timeline.
- The plan is expensive; secondly, it’s risky; and thirdly, it may not even work.
- Thirdly, the data suggests customer demand is slowing.
Learner examples
- Thirdly, we should talk about the budget.
- Thirdly, I want to thank everyone for coming.
Grammar
Dictionary form
thirdly
IPA
GB/θˈɚdli/
US/θˈɚdli/
Syllables & stress
thirdly (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (thirdly)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: thirdly
- Plural: thirdlies
Expressions
and thirdly
1/ˈænd θˈɚdli/
fixed phrase
formal
adding a third point
Used to introduce the third thing you want to say.
Examples
- We need to cut costs, improve quality, and thirdly, speed up delivery times.
- He apologized, explained what happened, and thirdly, promised it wouldn’t happen again.
firstly, secondly, thirdly
1/fˈɚstli | sˈɛkəndli | θˈɚdli/
fixed phrase
formal
structuring three points
Used to list three reasons or points in order.
Examples
- Firstly, the cost is too high; secondly, the timing is wrong; thirdly, we don’t have enough staff.
- She structured her presentation with 'firstly, secondly, thirdly' to keep it clear.
thirdly and finally
1/θˈɚdli ˈænd fˈaɪnəli/
fixed phrase
formal
introducing the last point
Used to introduce the last point in a list of three.
Examples
- Thirdly and finally, we need to decide who will lead the project.
- Thirdly and finally, thank you to everyone who contributed.