French phrase

Je commencerai par ~.

Meaning

I will start by ___.

When to use it

It states what will be done first. The expression has a polite, somewhat formal tone and suits meetings or discussions.

Example dialogue

Je commencerai par présenter l'ordre du jour.

I will start by presenting the agenda.

Très bien, combien de temps cela prendra-t-il ?

Very well, how long will that take?

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