This is the 6726th most frequent Russian word.
start
The Russian word "старт" (start) means "beginning" or "launch" in English.
In this sentence, the word 'start' is used to indicate beginning participation in an event or activity.
Он решил стартовать в соревновании.
He decided to start in the competition.
Here, 'start' denotes the launch or initiation of an object, specifically a rocket.
Космонавты готовятся к старту ракеты.
The cosmonauts are preparing for the rocket's start.
In this context, 'start' relates to the initial phase of a process or activity.