by way of preface

Translations
в качестве предисловия
By way of preface, let me explain the purpose of this meeting.
В качестве предисловия позвольте мне объяснить цель этой встречи.
Definitions
A phrase used to introduce a topic or provide context before presenting the main content or argument, often serving as an explanation or background information.
Words
preface

noun
предисловие
way

noun
путь