This is the 3266th most frequent French word.
start
The French word "start" (borrowed from English) means "beginning" or "commencement."
Used as 'démarrer', denoting starting a motorized vehicle.
Ils ont démarré la voiture rapidement.
They started the car quickly.
Used as 'commencer', indicating the start of an event.
Quand est-ce que la réunion commence?
When does the meeting start?
Used as 'commencer', emphasizing the initiation of an activity.