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UK//kəˈmɛns faɪə//US//kəˈmɛns faɪər//

Meaning of Commence fire

To start discharging weapons in a military operation.

In simple words: Start shooting a weapon.

Commence fire in a sentence

  • The officer ordered the troops to commence fire at dawn.
  • On his command, the snipers were ready to commence fire.
  • The general shouted, 'Commence fire!' as the enemy approached.
  • They waited for the signal to commence fire during the operation.
  • As soon as I heard 'commence fire', I ducked for cover.

How to use Commence fire

Used primarily in military contexts, 'commence fire' is an official command. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone command

Memory hint

Imagine a commander shouting, ‘commence the fireworks!’ but instead, it's gunfire.

Related words

Collocations with Commence fire

  • commence fire order
  • commence fire command
  • commence fire protocol

Synonyms for Commence fire

Common mistakes with Commence fire

  • Used in informal settings instead of military contexts.
  • Confused with 'start shooting' which is more casual.
  • Mispronounced leading to misunderstandings.

Compare Commence fire with Shoot, Engage, Attack, Discharge

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Frequently asked questions about Commence fire

What does Commence fire mean?

Start shooting a weapon.

What is the definition of Commence fire?

To start discharging weapons in a military operation.

How do you use Commence fire in a sentence?

The officer ordered the troops to commence fire at dawn.

Can you give another example of Commence fire?

On his command, the snipers were ready to commence fire.

What are synonyms for Commence fire?

Common alternatives include fire upon, shoot, engage, attack, discharge.

What words go with Commence fire?

It commonly pairs with commence fire order, commence fire command, commence fire protocol.

What are common mistakes when using Commence fire?

Used in informal settings instead of military contexts. Confused with 'start shooting' which is more casual. Mispronounced leading to misunderstandings.

How do you pronounce Commence fire?

US: //kəˈmɛns faɪər//, UK: //kəˈmɛns faɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Commence fire formal or informal?

"Commence fire" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Commence fire?

Used primarily in military contexts, 'commence fire' is an official command. Avoid in casual conversations.