starting

• Bezeichnet etwas, das am Anfang steht, den Beginn oder den Ausgangspunkt von etwas markiert oder als einleitend bzw. einführend dient.

Describing something that is initial, beginning, or at the start of a process.

1. Initial or beginningA2formal

   Relating to the beginning or first stage of something.

   Anfänglich

   • This is the starting point of our journey.
   • The starting date for the project is next Monday.
   • He is in the starting position for the race.

   Synonymebeginningfirstinauguralincipientinitialintroductoryopeningpreliminary

   Antonymeclosingendingfinallastterminal

2. Primary or basicB1formal

   Basic or introductory level, especially in education or training.

   Anfänglich

   • This is a starting course for beginners.
   • We offer starting salaries based on experience.
   • The starting dose of the medication is low.

   Synonymebasicbeginningelementaryfundamentalinitialintroductoryprimary

   Antonymeadvancedconcludingfinishing

3. First in a seriesB2informal

   The first or leading member of a group, especially in sports.

   Erster in einer Serie

   • He is the starting quarterback for the team.
   • These are the starting players for tonight's game.
   • She made the starting lineup for the tournament.

   Synonymefirstfirst-stringinitialleadingopeningprimaryprincipal

   Antonymeclosingfinallast

• Substantiv, das den Akt oder Vorgang des Beginnens von etwas bezeichnet oder den Punkt, an dem etwas anfängt. Es kann auch den Start eines Motors, eines Rennens oder einer Reise meinen.

A noun referring to the act or process of beginning something, or the point at which something begins.

1. Beginning or commencementA2formal

   The act or process of beginning something.

   Anfang

   • The starting of the race was delayed by rain.
   • This marks the starting of a new chapter in our lives.
   • The starting of the engine was problematic.

   Synonymebeginningcommencementinceptioninitiationkickofflaunchonsetopeningoutsetstart

   Antonymecessationconclusionendfinishtermination

2. Participant at the beginningB1informal

   A person who begins or participates from the start, especially in sports.

   Teilnehmer von Anfang an

   • The starting players were announced before the game.
   • He was chosen as the starting pitcher.
   • The starting lineup includes all the best athletes.

   Antonymefinisher

• Verb, das den Beginn einer Handlung, eines Prozesses oder eines Ereignisses bezeichnet.

A verb used to indicate the beginning of an action, process, or event.

1. Begin somethingA1formal

   To begin doing something or cause something to begin.

   Anfangen

   • The meeting will start at 9 AM.
   • She started learning Spanish last year.
   • He started the car and drove away.

   Synonymebegincommenceembark oninaugurateinitiatelaunchopenset about

   Antonymeceaseconcludeendfinishstopterminate

2. Make something operateA1formal

   To cause a machine, engine, or device to begin functioning.

   Starten

   • Start the engine before driving.
   • She started her computer to check emails.
   • Press the button to start the washing machine.

   Synonymeactivatecrankengageigniteset in motionswitch ontriggerturn on

   Antonymeceasecuthaltkillshutstop

3. Establish or foundB1formal

   To create or set up something new, like a business or organization.

   Gründen

   • They started a new company in 2020.
   • He started his own restaurant last month.
   • She started a charity to help animals.

   Synonymecreateestablishfoundinitiateinstitutelaunchoriginateset up

4. Sudden movementB1informal

   To make a sudden involuntary movement from surprise or fear.

   Zusammenfahren

   • The loud noise made her start.
   • He started when someone tapped his shoulder.
   • The cat started at the sight of the dog.

   Synonymeblenchflinchjerkjumprecoilshytwitchwince

Phrasal-Variantenstart outstart up