What does BEGAN mean?

Word: Began 1. Parts of Speech:

Began is a verb.

2. Definitions:

Began is the past tense form of the verb "begin". It means to start doing something.

3. Pronunciations:

US: /bɪˈɡæn/

UK: /bɪˈɡan/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "begin" comes from the Old English word "beginnan" which means "to begin". It has been used in the English language since the 12th century and is commonly used in both spoken and written English.

5. Synonyms:

Start, commence, initiate, launch, kick off, open.

6. Related Words:

Begin, begun, beige, being, begot.

7. Example Sentences:

• She began to sing at the age of five.
• The meeting began promptly at 9am.
• He began his career as an actor in 2005.
• They began to plan their trip to Hawaii last month.
• The movie began with an exciting car chase scene.