American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'start' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "start" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "start"

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Simple pronunciation
stahrt
IPA transcription
/stɑɹt̚/
Word frequency
263rd

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What does "start" mean?

  1. 1.to begin doing something
  2. 2.the point or moment at which something begins

Examples of "start" in a sentence

  • Let's start the meeting with a quick introduction.
  • I'm going to start a new exercise regime.
  • The movie will start in five minutes.

How common is "start"?

Start is the 263rd most common word in English.

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