No. 389 in German
startet
"Startet" translates to "starts" or "is starting" in English.
In a sentence
Der Zug startet pünktlich um sechs Uhr.
The train departs promptly at six o'clock.
Here, 'startet' is used to describe the beginning of a scheduled movement.
Das neue Programm startet nächste Woche.
The new program starts next week.
In this case, 'startet' refers to the initiation of a software or system.
Er startet das Auto und fährt los.
He starts the car and drives off.
Here, 'startet' signifies initiating the functioning of a vehicle.
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