Empezamos (en. We start)
/em.peˈθa.mos/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To initiate or give a start to something.
We start the meeting at ten.
Empezamos la reunión a las diez.
To start a project or activity.
We start working on the new project.
Empezamos a trabajar en el nuevo proyecto.
To take the first steps in a process.
We start the course next week.
Empezamos el curso la semana que viene.
Etymology
The verb 'empezar' comes from the Latin 'impaʣare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
we are going to start
Expression that indicates that something is about to begin.
vamos a empezar
we start from scratch
To start something from the beginning or without prior resources.
empezamos de cero
we start well
Positive comment about how a process or event begins.
empezamos bien
Related Words
to start
To give a start or beginning to something.
empezar
to begin
To initiate something.
comenzar
beginning
Moment when something begins.
inicio
Slang Meanings
To start with a lot of energy.
Today we start with enthusiasm at the gym.
Hoy empezamos con ganas en el gimnasio.
To kick off a party or event.
Come on, it's time for us to start the party.
Vamos, ya es hora de que empecemos la fiesta.