die Anfangsphase
Translation
initial phase, early stage, beginning phase, startup phase
Examples
Das Projekt ist noch in der Anfangsphase.
The project is still in its initial phase.
Grammar Patterns
to be in the initial phase ((of sth.)) The project is in its initial phase.
Similar Words
der Beginn (the beginning), die Startphase (the start phase)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Anfang' (beginning) and 'Phase' (phase).
Memory Tips
Literally translates to 'beginning phase'. Think of the first phase of a project or a game.