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Beginning

🇬🇧 UK /["/bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Beginning

the time when something starts; the first part of an event, a story, etc.

In simple words: the start of something

Beginning in a sentence

• The beginning of the story is very interesting.
• In the beginning, there was a lot of confusion.
• Every beginning has its challenges.
• She is at the beginning of her career as an artist.
• At the beginning of spring, the flowers start to bloom.

How to use Beginning

Use 'beginning' to refer to the start of an event, process, or time period. It is appropriate in both writing and speaking, but can be too vague without context. Avoid using it in very formal contexts where more specific words are preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'begin' as the first step in a race, with 'ning' as a little finish line.

Related words

Collocations with Beginning

• new
• auspicious
• hopeful
• herald
• mark
• represent
• at the beginning (of something)
• from the beginning
• in the beginning
• the beginning of the end
• early beginnings
• first beginnings
• new
• auspicious
• hopeful
• herald
• mark
• represent
• at the beginning (of something)
• from the beginning
• in the beginning
• the beginning of the end
• early beginnings
• first beginnings

Synonyms for Beginning

• start
• commencement
• inception
• initiation
• launch

Opposites of Beginning

• end
• finish
• close

Common mistakes with Beginning

• Used as a verb instead of a noun (e.g. saying 'he is beginning to learn' instead of 'he is in the beginning stages of learning')
• Confusing with 'began' (past tense) and 'begin' (present)
• Omitting the article when necessary (e.g. saying 'beginning of the movie' instead of 'the beginning of the movie')

Frequently asked questions about Beginning

What does Beginning mean?

the start of something

What is the definition of Beginning?

the time when something starts; the first part of an event, a story, etc.

How do you use Beginning in a sentence?

The beginning of the story is very interesting.

Can you give another example of Beginning?

In the beginning, there was a lot of confusion.

What are synonyms for Beginning?

Common alternatives include start, commencement, inception, initiation, launch.

What is the opposite of Beginning?

Opposite meanings include end, finish, close.

What words go with Beginning?

It commonly pairs with new, auspicious, hopeful, herald, mark, represent, at the beginning (of something), from the beginning, in the beginning, the beginning of the end, early beginnings, first beginnings, new, auspicious, hopeful, herald, mark, represent, at the beginning (of something), from the beginning, in the beginning, the beginning of the end, early beginnings, first beginnings.

What are common mistakes when using Beginning?

Used as a verb instead of a noun (e.g. saying 'he is beginning to learn' instead of 'he is in the beginning stages of learning') Confusing with 'began' (past tense) and 'begin' (present) Omitting the article when necessary (e.g. saying 'beginning of the movie' instead of 'the beginning of the movie')

How do you pronounce Beginning?

US: /["/bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈɡɪnɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Beginning?

Use 'beginning' to refer to the start of an event, process, or time period. It is appropriate in both writing and speaking, but can be too vague without context. Avoid using it in very formal contexts where more specific words are preferred.

What CEFR level is Beginning?

"Beginning" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.