initial period
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initial period
The first part or first phase of a longer period, process, or development. This time is often characterized by learning, settling in, and new experiences.
In der Anfangszeit war alles noch sehr ungewohnt, aber mittlerweile habe ich mich gut eingelebt.
During the initial period, everything was still very unfamiliar, but by now I've settled in well.
The word is made up of 'Anfang' (beginning), the linking -s, and 'Zeit' (time). So it literally means the 'time of the beginning.'
Die Anfangszeit in einem neuen Land kann schwierig sein.
The initial period in a new country can be difficult.
To describe a period of time, 'Anfangszeit' (initial period) is almost always used with the preposition 'in' and the dative.
In der Anfangszeit des Projekts gab es viele Diskussionen.
In the initial period of the project, there were many discussions.
The word is often used to describe the first phase in a new job, a relationship, a course of study, or after a move.
Die Anfangszeit unserer Beziehung war sehr aufregend.
The initial period of our relationship was very exciting.
initial phase
Both words refer to the first part of a longer process. „Anfangszeit“ usually means the early period of a time span or development, often involving settling in and new experiences; „Anfangsphase“ presents the beginning more specifically as the first stage of a process. Choose based on whether time or process structure is the focus.
In der Anfangszeit musste ich mich erst an den neuen Arbeitsplatz gewöhnen.
During the initial period, I first had to get used to my new workplace.
In der Anfangsphase des Projekts wurden die wichtigsten Ziele festgelegt.
During the initial phase of the project, the most important goals were defined.
