SEQUENCE ADVERBS

Sequencers are words that organize your writing and speaking, words like first, next, then, after that, and finally.

We often use sequencers in English when we give instructions, describe a process, or tell stories.

In or at the beginning (of a series of events).

Examples:

- First, put water to boil.

- Call your mom first then you call me.

Next or after that.

Examples:

- Let me finish this job, then we'll go.

- Give her the letter to read, then she'll understand.

Immediately after.

Examples:

- So what happened next?

- What would you like next?

- First, fry the garlic. Next, add the ginger.

Used especially at the beginning of a sentence to introduce the last point or idea.

Examples:

- Finally, I'd like to thank everyone for coming this evening.

- Finally, serve with salad.