starten
Translation
to start, to begin, to launch, to take off
Examples
Wir starten das Projekt morgen.
We are starting the project tomorrow.
Das Flugzeug startet pünktlich.
The plane is taking off on time.
Der Motor startet nicht.
The engine won't start.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to start ((sth.)) We are starting a new project.
((mit+3)) to start with ((sth.)) We are starting with the first exercise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anfangen, beginnen; Antonyms: beenden, stoppen
Etymology
A loanword from English 'start'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'starting' a race or a car. The sound is almost identical.