starten
start
Meaning of starten
ein Gerät oder einen Vorgang in Gang bringen
begin operation

Pronunciation
starten with English translation
starten usage examples
Ich starte die Waschmaschine immer abends.
I always start the washing machine in the evening.
Der Computer startet jetzt automatisch.
The computer is starting automatically now.
starten synonyms
What's the difference between starten, anfangen, beginnen, einschalten, anstellen, and aktivieren
Also means to begin, but sounds a bit more neutral and careful than anfangen.
Means to switch on a device, light, TV, etc.; not just begin, but activate power.
For devices it can mean to switch on or start; in everyday speech it can also mean to cause trouble.
More formal and technical: to activate, enable a function, or make something ready to use.
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starten belongs to the topic "Household Appliances →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.
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starten meaning: what does it mean?
begin operation
starten pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
starten is pronounced as [ˈʃtaʁtən]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
starten definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
I always start the washing machine in the evening. Translation: Ich starte die Waschmaschine immer abends.
Is starten part of Household Appliances vocabulary?
Yes, starten (start) can be learned in the Household Appliances topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is starten part of In the Office vocabulary?
Yes, starten (start) can be learned in the In the Office topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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