English–French
“start” in French
How to say “start” in French
“Start” in French is commencer.
The first movement of an activity, event, or process appears as it leaves its starting point and gets underway.
Example sentences with commencer
Nous commençons par une rapide présentation.
We start with a brief presentation.
Tips for using commencer
- Commencer par introduces the first step or activity in a sequence, as in commencer par lire les instructions.
Other French words for “start”
Nous allons amorcer la réunion maintenant.
We are going to start the meeting now.
Le concert débutera à vingt heures.
The concert will start at eight p.m.
J'ai entamé le projet hier.
I started the project yesterday.
On va démarrer le projet demain.
We are going to start the project tomorrow.
Le démarrage de la réunion est à 10 heures.
The start of the meeting is at 10 o'clock.
L'ouverture de la réunion est à neuf heures.
The start of the meeting is at nine o'clock.
Elle a sursauté en entendant le bruit.
She started when she heard the noise.
Il tressaille en entendant son nom.
He starts when he hears his name.
Je vais entreprendre des cours de français.
I am going to start French classes.