der Beginn, -e
beginning · start
Es beschreibt den Moment, an dem etwas anfängt oder startet.
The German word "Beginn" is a noun that means "beginning" or "start". It is derived from the verb "beginnen" which means "to begin" or "to start". Similar words in German include "Anfang" (start), "Auftakt" (kick-off or prelude), and "Start" (start).
Differences:
- Beginn: Often used in formal or technical contexts. For instance, der "Beginn" einer Veranstaltung (the beginning of an event).
- Anfang: More general and commonly used in everyday language. Example: Am Anfang des Buches (at the start of the book).
- Auftakt: Often has a connotation of a prelude or something that leads into something larger. Example: Der Auftakt der Feierlichkeiten (the kick-off to the festivities).
- Start: Usually used in contexts involving projects, races, or actions. Example: Der Start des Rennens (the start of the race).
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Examples
Der Beginn der Veranstaltung ist um 19:00 Uhr.noun
The beginning of the event is at 7:00 pm.
Der Beginn war beeindruckend.noun
The start was impressive.
Der Beginn des Semesters ist im Oktober.noun
The beginning of the semester is in October.
Am Beginn stehen viele Leute vor der Tür.noun
At the beginning, many people are standing in front of the door.
Ein guter Beginn macht vieles leichter.noun
A good beginning makes many things easier.
Ein guter Beginn macht viel aus.noun
A good beginning makes a big difference.
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