Chinese phrase
谁先发言？ shuí xiān fā yán
Meaning
Who will speak first?
When to use it
Asks who is going to speak first. It is a neutral, polite way to check the speaking order in a group discussion or meeting.
Example dialogue
请问，谁先发言？ qǐng wèn shuí xiān fā yán
Excuse me, who will speak first?
我可以先发言吗？ wǒ ké yǐ xiān fā yán ma
May I speak first?