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to begin
To make the start of something; to initiate an action, process, or state. It is often used synonymously with 'anfangen' (to start), but is considered somewhat more formal.
Der Unterricht beginnt um 8 Uhr.
Class begins at 8 o'clock.
to begin with
To take up a particular activity first or to make a start with a particular thing.
Lass uns mit der einfachsten Aufgabe beginnen.
Let's begin with the easiest task.
The prefix 'be-' is inseparable. It remains firmly attached to the verb in all sentence forms and tenses and is not placed at the end of the sentence.
Wann hat die Vorstellung begonnen?
When did the performance begin?
'Beginnen' (to begin) can be used in three ways: directly with an accusative object, with the preposition 'mit' (with) and dative, or with 'zu' and an infinitive.
Sie beginnt nächste Woche einen neuen Job.
She begins a new job next week.
The verb 'beginnen' (to begin) is often used in written language and in more formal contexts, for example in official announcements or reports.
Die Bauarbeiten am neuen Bahnhof beginnen im Mai.
Construction work on the new station begins in May.
to insert / to begin / to use
Beginnen and einsetzen can both express the start of a process. Beginnen is general and also works for planned actions, while einsetzen particularly emphasizes the onset of an event or process, often suddenly or regularly. Use beginnen for a neutral beginning; einsetzen is more precise for the onset of an event.
Am Nachmittag begann der Regen langsam.
The rain began slowly in the afternoon.
Am Nachmittag setzte der Regen plötzlich ein.
The rain suddenly started in the afternoon.
