"The first one" refers to the initial item in a sequence, while "the former" is used when comparing two items previously mentioned, indicating the one mentioned earlier.

Apr 1, 2024 · 'The first' is used when referring to the initial item in a series or sequence, while 'the first one' is used when emphasizing the specific item being mentioned.

Feb 2, 2018 · I'd use 'one' and 'the other' as there seems little reason to order the categories in terms of fundamentalness, importance, or time.

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“First” can be a noun or an adjective, but “first one” can only be a noun. In these sentences, both “first” and “first one” are correct. I was the first to finish the race. I was the first one to finish the …

the first vs The first one which is much better to use in a sentence. Which is more popular in English form?

Sep 21, 2014 · Are both possibilities correct when refering to a person already mentioned. There are four types of men. I hope I'm being clear. I'd say either "the first is ..." or "the first type is ..." …

Dec 6, 2018 · Yes, you can use a relative pronoun and say "He was the first that opened ..." or "He was the first that was opening ...", but English does prefer using 'who' when relativising a …

Mar 17, 2024 · Learn the correct usage of "the first one who" and "the first one who has" in English. Discover differences, examples, alternatives and tips for choosing the right phrase.

@OnVega The real answer from a native English speaker is that “first” is used in connection with a noun, and “first one” is used when the noun is already known has been previously mentioned.