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UK//frəm ðə wɜːd ɡoʊ//US//frəm ðə wɝːd ɡoʊ//

Meaning of From the word go

From the beginning or the start of an event.

In simple words: from the very start

From the word go in a sentence

  • She was determined to win from the word go.
  • The project faced issues from the word go.
  • I knew we would get along from the word go.

How to use From the word go

Use in casual conversations to express that something was true right from the beginning. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of starting a race; you see the word 'go' on the starting line.

Related words

Collocations with From the word go

  • be honest from the word go
  • know from the word go
  • do things differently from the word go

Synonyms for From the word go

  • from the outset
  • right from the start
  • from the beginning

Opposites of From the word go

Common mistakes with From the word go

  • Using it in a formal context
  • Incorrectly spelling it as 'from the word go' instead of 'from the word go'
  • Confusing it with 'from the get-go', which means the same thing

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Frequently asked questions about From the word go

What does From the word go mean?

from the very start

What is the definition of From the word go?

From the beginning or the start of an event.

How do you use From the word go in a sentence?

She was determined to win from the word go.

Can you give another example of From the word go?

The project faced issues from the word go.

What are synonyms for From the word go?

Common alternatives include from the outset, right from the start, from the beginning.

What is the opposite of From the word go?

Opposite meanings include at the end, afterwards, later.

What words go with From the word go?

It commonly pairs with be honest from the word go, know from the word go, do things differently from the word go.

What are common mistakes when using From the word go?

Using it in a formal context Incorrectly spelling it as 'from the word go' instead of 'from the word go' Confusing it with 'from the get-go', which means the same thing

How do you pronounce From the word go?

US: //frəm ðə wɝːd ɡoʊ//, UK: //frəm ðə wɜːd ɡoʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is From the word go formal or informal?

"From the word go" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use From the word go?

Use in casual conversations to express that something was true right from the beginning. Avoid in formal writing.