Back to VocabularyGo to Flashcard Deck
başlamak
/bahsh-lah-MAK/
English Meaning
to start, to begin
About the word "başlamak"
The word başlamak translates directly to to start, to begin in English. It is an essential part of the Turkish language and falls under the Starting & Finishing (To...) category within our broader Essential Verbs vocabulary deck.
Learning the correct pronunciation (/bahsh-lah-MAK/) and how to use this word in natural sentences is crucial for anyone studying Turkish. Spaced repetition is the most effective way to master vocabulary like this.
Example Sentence in Context
“Film saat sekizde başlıyor.”
“The movie starts at eight o'clock.”
Grammar & Usage
Takes the dative case when starting an action (e.g., çalışmay-a başlamak = to start studying).
Related Vocabulary in "Starting & Finishing (To...)"
Practice "başlamak" with Flashcards
Essential Verbs
Master this word along with others in the Starting & Finishing (To...) category.