VocabJLPT N5
to begin
Ichidan VerbTransitive VerbAuxiliary Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to start
  2. 2. to begin
  3. 3. to start up (a business, society, etc.)
  4. 4. to start ...
A verb meaning to start or begin something. It is transitive, meaning someone actively initiates an action or event, such as starting a new hobby or beginning a project.

Example sentences

Initial · simple i+1

I'll start work.

Sentence 1

"Did you start studying?" — "Yeah, just a little."

Sentence 2

Aren't you scared to start a new job?

Sentence 3

I'll start this job from tomorrow.

Sentence 4

What's the best place to start?

Sentence 5

I'm starting this book today.