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lastly

The correct spelling is lastly.

How to pronounce lastly

adverb

IPA: /ˈlɑːstli/

Say it like: Las-tlee

The correct spelling is lastly. (sequence) Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions. For example: "Firstly, that's illegal; secondly, it has serious disadvantages; thirdly, it's not necessary; and lastly, did I mention that it's illegal?"

Usage Examples

Firstly, that's illegal; secondly, it has serious disadvantages; thirdly, it's not necessary; and lastly, did I mention that it's illegal?

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.(sequence) Used to mark the beginning of the last in a list of items or propositions.
  2. 2.(discourse marker) Used to signal that the speaker is about to yield control of the conversation.

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