empezaré
“empezaré” means “I will start” in Spanish (general use).
I will start
Also: I will begin
📝 In Action
Empezaré mi nuevo trabajo el próximo lunes.
A2I will start my new job next Monday.
Te prometo que empezaré a estudiar mañana.
A1I promise you I will start studying tomorrow.
Si no hay tráfico, empezaré la reunión a las nueve.
A2If there is no traffic, I will start the meeting at nine.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'empezar', which comes from an old Latin-influenced word meaning 'to set foot in' or 'to begin a journey'.
First recorded: 12th century (as the base verb empezar)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'empezaré' regular in the future tense?
Yes! While 'empezar' is tricky in the present tense (changing from e to ie), it follows the perfectly regular pattern in the future tense: just add 'é' to the end of the infinitive.
What is the difference between 'empezaré' and 'voy a empezar'?
They both mean the same thing, but 'voy a empezar' (I'm going to start) is slightly more common in casual conversation, while 'empezaré' is often used for firm promises or more formal plans.