start — to begin doing or using something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to begin doing or using something
Pronunciation (IPA): /stɑːrt/
Korean meaning: 시작하다
Korean pronunciation: **스타**트
Example Sentences
- My car won't start - maybe it's on a diet and doesn't want to move!
- I start my day with coffee and end it with regret.
- She decided to start learning Korean after watching K-dramas.
start
VERB//stɑːrt//
to begin doing or using something
A start runner positioned at the racing line ready to begin the race
Every start comes from a heart that dares, charting a new part with arrows through the air
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'styrtan' meaning 'to jump or leap', possibly influenced by Old Norse 'sterta' meaning 'to tumble'. The sense shifted from physical movement to beginning an action.
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📝Examples
“My car won't start - maybe it's on a diet and doesn't want to move!”
“I start my day with coffee and end it with regret.”
“She decided to start learning Korean after watching K-dramas.”
“The race will start at 3 PM sharp.”
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