durch|starten
Translation
to get off to a flying start, to make a breakthrough, to really get going, to perform a go-around (aviation)
Examples
Nach dem Studium will er richtig durchstarten.
After his studies, he wants to really get going.
Das Flugzeug musste wegen Nebels durchstarten.
The plane had to perform a go-around due to fog.
Grammar Patterns
durchstarten to really get going After university, she wants to really get going.
mit+3 durchstarten to get off to a flying start with (sth.) She wants to get off to a flying start with her new job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to take off, to get going; Antonyms: to fail
Etymology
From 'durch' (through) and 'starten' (to start). To start with such force that you go 'through' barriers.
Memory Tips
Picture a race car 'starting' and bursting 'through' the starting line.