comencemos
“comencemos” means “Let's begin” in Spanish (Suggesting the start of an activity).
Let's begin, Let's start
Also: We begin (Subjunctive)
📝 In Action
Ya tenemos todo listo. ¡Comencemos la reunión!
A2We already have everything ready. Let's start the meeting!
Si todos están de acuerdo, comencemos a trabajar en el proyecto ahora.
B1If everyone agrees, let's begin working on the project now.
No quiero que comencemos sin el profesor.
B2I don't want us to start without the teacher.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
preterite
imperfect
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: comencemos
Question 1 of 1
Which Spanish phrase correctly translates 'Let's begin the dance'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin term *cominitiāre*, which is related to *initium* (the beginning). It shares roots with the English word 'commence,' meaning to start.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'comencemos' the same as 'empecemos'?
Yes, they mean the same thing ('Let's start/begin') and are generally interchangeable in most everyday situations. 'Comenzar' and 'empezar' are synonyms for 'to start.' 'Empecemos' is slightly more common in spoken conversation.
Why does 'comenzar' change its spelling to 'comencemos'?
This is a basic Spanish spelling rule. The letter 'Z' can only appear before 'A', 'O', or 'U' (za, zo, zu). When the verb form requires a 'Z' sound before an 'E' or 'I' (ze, zi), it must be written as a 'C' instead (ce, ci) to keep the correct pronunciation. Hence, 'comenZar' becomes 'comenCemos'.