Beginnen
Example: Wir beginnen das Konzert um acht Uhr.
Definition
"Beginnen" means to start or commence an activity or event, such as a concert or performance. For example, in the phrase "Wir beginnen das Konzert um acht Uhr," it indicates the action of starting the concert at eight o'clock.
Etymology
The word "beginnen" comes from the Old High German word 'biginnan,' which means to start or initiate. It shares roots with other Germanic languages, like Old English 'beginnan.' Did you know that "beginnen" has retained its core meaning of starting something for centuries?
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