Comienza (en. Starts)

/koˈmienθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To initiate a process, activity, or action.
The class begins at nine in the morning.
La clase comienza a las nueve de la mañana.
To start an event or activity.
The concert begins in half an hour.
El concierto comienza en media hora.
To begin doing something.
Start studying for your exams.
Comienza a estudiar para tus exámenes.

Etymology

From the Latin verb 'cominitiare', meaning 'to start' or 'to begin'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the show begins
Indicates that a show or event is about to start.
comienza la función
year that begins
Refers to the beginning of a new year.
año que comienza
the game begins
Means that a game or competition has started.
comienza el juego

Related Words

beginning
The first moment or phase of something.
comienzo
to initiate
To begin something, similar to starting.
iniciar
game
The beginning of a competition or game.
partida

Slang Meanings

To start something in an informal or casual way.
Let's start the party in the afternoon.
Vamos a comenzar la fiesta por la tarde.
To jump into doing something without much formality.
Let's begin the project without waiting any longer.
Comencemos el proyecto sin esperar más.