C1verb formal 3K

Commence

🇬🇧 UK //kəˈmɛns// 🇺🇸 US //kəˈmɛns//

Meaning of Commence

To begin or start an action or process.

In simple words: To start or begin something.

Commence in a sentence

• The ceremony will commence at noon.
• We will commence the project next month.
• The course will commence after the orientation week.
• Please commence your presentation when you're ready.
• They decided to commence a new era of innovation.

How to use Commence

Used in formal writing and speeches. It's less common in everyday conversation. Often used in legal and professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

commence + object

Memory hint

Commence sounds like 'come, men's' - imagine a group of men coming together to start an event.

Related words

Collocations with Commence

• commence operations
• commence proceedings
• commence studies

Synonyms for Commence

• begin
• start
• initiate
• launch
• originate

Opposites of Commence

• cease
• stop
• end

Common mistakes with Commence

• Used incorrectly in informal contexts where simpler 'start' would be better.
• Confused with 'committed' due to similar sounds.
• Often misspelled as 'comence'.

Frequently asked questions about Commence

What does Commence mean?

To start or begin something.

What is the definition of Commence?

To begin or start an action or process.

How do you use Commence in a sentence?

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Can you give another example of Commence?

We will commence the project next month.

What are synonyms for Commence?

Common alternatives include begin, start, initiate, launch, originate.

What is the opposite of Commence?

Opposite meanings include cease, stop, end.

What words go with Commence?

It commonly pairs with commence operations, commence proceedings, commence studies.

What are common mistakes when using Commence?

Used incorrectly in informal contexts where simpler 'start' would be better. Confused with 'committed' due to similar sounds. Often misspelled as 'comence'.

How do you pronounce Commence?

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

Is Commence formal or informal?

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

When should I use Commence?

Used in formal writing and speeches. It's less common in everyday conversation. Often used in legal and professional contexts.

What CEFR level is Commence?

"Commence" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.