begin

A1
Pronunciation
/biˈɡɪn/
/biˈɡɪn/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Beginning; start.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To start, to initiate or take the first step into something.

Example Sentences
  • I began playing the piano at the age of five.   Now that everyone is here, we should begin the presentation.
2 Definition

To be in the first stage of some situation

Example Sentences
  • The program begins at 9 o'clock on the dot.    I rushed to get to class on time, but the lesson had already begun.
3 Definition

To come into existence.