inleda
begin · start
Att börja med något eller sätta igång något.
Inleda (Swedish) - to initiate; to begin; to commence
Definition:
The verb inleda means to start or begin something, often used when referring to the initiation of an event, activity, speech, or process. It carries a formal tone and is common in contexts such as meetings, ceremonies, negotiations, or projects.
Usage examples:
- Hon inledde mötet med en kort introduktion.
(She began the meeting with a short introduction.) - Förhandlingarna inleddes i morse.
(The negotiations commenced this morning.)
Similar and related words
| Word | Meaning | Differences |
|---|---|---|
| börja | to start, to begin | More common and general; inleda is more formal and often used in official contexts. |
| starta | to start (a machine/process) | Usually about starting machines, processes, or vehicles; less used about abstract events. |
| öppna | to open | Means "open" physically or metaphorically (like opening an event), but inleda implies more the act of beginning formally. |
Summary:
Use inleda when you want to emphasize the formal or official start of an action or event. For everyday or casual beginnings, börja is more common.
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Examples
Låt oss inleda mötet nu.verb
Let us begin the meeting now.
Vi kan inleda diskussionen nu.verb
We can begin the discussion now.
Vi ska inleda projektet tillsammans i morgon.verb
We will start the project together tomorrow.
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