Example: To begin with, we should gather all the necessary materials.
Definition
"To begin with" is a phrase used to indicate the first point or step in a sequence of actions or arguments. It often introduces an initial consideration or starting idea, as in the example: To begin with, we should gather all the necessary materials.
The phrase "to begin with" originates from the verb 'begin,' which comes from Old English 'beginnan,' meaning to start or commence. The addition of 'with' helps specify the starting point in discussions or actions. Did you know? This phrase has been used in English since the late Middle Ages to clearly mark the starting point of a narrative or argument.
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"To begin with" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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