Empiezo (en. Start)
/em'pje.θo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates the beginning of something.
Today I start a new project.
Hoy empiezo un nuevo proyecto.
First person singular of the present indicative of empezar.
I start my day with a cup of coffee.
Empiezo mi día con una taza de café.
Expresses the action of initiating a process or activity.
I start studying for the exam tomorrow.
Empiezo a estudiar para el examen mañana.
Etymology
From the verb empezar, of Latin origin 'inceptare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a good start
indicates that a good start is key to success.
a buen comienzo
there’s no like starting
refers to the fact that it is always good to start something.
no hay como empezar
to start again
indicates the need to restart something, often after a difficulty.
a empezar de nuevo
Related Words
empezar
Verb that means to initiate something.
empezar
comenzar
Synonym of empezar.
comenzar
principio
The initial part of a process.
principio
Slang Meanings
Beginning of an important event.
The start of the party was incredible.
El empiezo de la fiesta fue increíble.
When someone starts something in a surprising way.
His start at work was dazzling.
Su empiezo en el trabajo fue deslumbrante.