Shall I begin (ie take the first step or be the first to speak)? 我可以开始说了吗[可以由我开始吗]?
If we are to abolish the death penalty, I shall like to see the first step take by my friend the murderer. 假使我们是要废除死刑的话,那我很想看看我的朋友——杀人凶手们——采取的第一步骤(是什么来着)。
I think the first step is to lift tariffs to increase trade. 我认为第一步是要废除关税以增加贸易额。
The meeting is seen as the first step towards greater unity between the parties. 这一会议可视为两党走向进一步联合的第一步。